On the morning of the next day, a large crowd gathered in the square outside the Upper House. The decision made by last night's Cabinet would be published in the Kingdom's official "Daily Chronicle" today. Both the Hex Bird Report and Hedan Daily were just rumors; only the Daily Chronicle offered accurate official information.

Early in the morning, many had gathered at the entrance of the Upper House square. At nine o'clock, a plump man wearing a white half-coat, baring his pale white shoulder, swaggered out. He ignored the gazes upon him, walked over to a sign in the square, stood firmly, then raised his head and cleared his throat, "Yesterday, the great and just Moncalleta King Ola the Eighteenth and his loyal and wise Cabinet members had a discussion and entrusted Prince Achilles and the Funeral Attendant to thoroughly investigate Viscount Anthony's case. Let us praise the majestic and just Your Majesty the King~~~"

The plump man sang out with a shout, his voice full of passionate opera-like intonation, and then he left with head held high under the gazes of the crowd.

A buzzing discussion erupted around. It was clear that Your Majesty did not intend to handle this case quietly nor bury it, but rather to conduct a formal investigation. There's going to be a big show this time.

Once a formal investigation is launched, a public trial is bound to follow. This involves the King's authority and whether Viscount Anthony employed the "ransom" law.

The ransom law is an unwritten rule with a long-standing historical tradition. However, with the rise of Hex-Tech and the Celestial Principle School in the past five to six years, public discontent has been substantial. People disdain this "malevolent law," especially in serious cases where perpetrators can still roam free. The conflict between sides remains irreconcilable, and Anthony just happens to be in the eye of the storm.

There are rampant speculations whether Viscount Anthony is being framed, or if he is the true Inner Demon, putting immense pressure on the Funeral Attendant.

In the Saint Grace Canon Law School's base, everyone was enthusiastically training, with discussions about Anthony's matter being inevitable, a part of the boomerang if you will. Back in his days at Knight Academy, Anthony was notorious for looking down on the Canon Law School. Let alone his various derogatory remarks, he would often cause trouble at the Canon Law School, believing it tarnished the knightly spirit. The conflict between the knight faction and the Canon Law faction was so intense that daily duels resulted in serious injuries or even deaths. Eventually, the King had to suppress the chaos for peace, but the disdain for each other remains deep-seated.

Anthony's actions have clearly stirred immense indignation among Canon Law School students, reigniting buried conflicts. While ordinary people lack the power and channels to voice their opinions, Canon Law students are different. They are knowledgeable, capable, and strong, and by uniting, they can pressurize the Funeral Attendant, ensuring no perpetrator escapes.

It's manageable alone, but with a vast number of Canon Law School students, especially those nurtured by the Church, with fierce public opinion, the Funeral Attendant cannot take it lightly either. The Funeral Attendant's headquarters has already assembled elite forces to investigate the case, and Anthony has been moved to a more secure location.

Previously, punishments couldn't be used against nobles, but now under such circumstances, while overt penalties are absent, the Funeral Attendant will still employ some measures.

"Serves him right, he deserves it, Anthony is no good guy!"

"Back at Knight Academy, he committed many evils, many lives are on his hands, yet nothing happened to him. He even went to the front line and erased everything, then got promoted. Where's the justice in that?"

"This time it's different. Your Majesty has issued an order, the second prince is in charge, Prince Achilles returned from the Holy Hall. No Hidden Power can escape his discerning eye, he will surely bring this guy to justice!"

Plenty of buzz was in the air, the incident at the God-Blessing Knight Academy brought some satisfaction to the Canon Law School. The students at Saint Grace Canon Law School felt it even more, although they seem to be at odds, there's a natural class opposition too.

Simmons and Celestia didn't engage in these discussions; they could see more of the picture. They didn't understand why their grandfather would involve their family in such matters where any mistake could lead to their downfall. The Zheng Family was eyeing them closely, and now they've provoked an old family like the Nasers. Even at its peak, the George Family couldn't reach such a level, let alone its current state. The previous day, there was heated debate at home, with their father and uncles arguing fiercely until the grandfather drove everyone out.

Simmons and Celestia, though aware of the danger, felt brave for justice. Backed by Your Majesty, how could they remain cowardly? Otherwise, they would be eradicated by their competitors sooner or later.

Though young, perhaps due to much interaction with the old Count, they had clarity in their views. Lack of fear isn't typical of youth, neither is standing by justice's side.

Just then, the base's door was kicked open, flying towards Simmons and Celestia, Simmons quickly stood up with a sweeping kick, and with a bang, the door shattered.

A group from the God-Blessing Knight Academy barged in, led by Thunder Duke Didia·Naser, one of the most famous eight dukes among Moncalleta's younger generation, Anthony's brother. With flaxen hair, a robust build, he exuded powerful strength all around.

Saint Grace's people also surged over, and immediately the two parties were on edge. Didia totally disregarded these ants and walked toward Simmons. The God-Blessing Knight Academy people immediately pushed aside Saint Grace's people, and those who dared to resist were punched and kicked, instantly throwing the base into chaos.

Simmons looked at Didia, his eyes filled with killing intent, his expression solemn, and he spoke deeply, "Didia, do you know what you're doing?"

"Stop!" A thunderous roar shook the entire building, Didia stared intensely at Simmons, "Simmons, compared to what you've done, what's this? I once thought you, despite joining Canon Law School, were a character with bravery and courage, but now I see you're just despicably insidious!"

Celestia just wanted to retort, but Simmons on the side stopped her, stepping forward two steps, "Didia, I don't want to explain anything, the truth can't be faked, nor the fake made true, Your Majesty will surely uphold justice for the victims, and will not spare any murderer."

"My brother is a hero, a true knight, you'll pay for defiling a knight!" Didia said sternly.

Simmons smiled slightly, shaking his head lightly, "Didia, you're quite special among those people, but not too bright, I don't know who incited you, but I only know Anthony was caught red-handed, red-handed, understand? Whether there's any undisclosed detail, it'll all be known once the Funeral Attendant investigates. As for the Hex Bird Report's coverage, every Hedan citizen has the right to know. A true knight wouldn't fear the truth."

Didia stared fiercely at Simmons, "No wonder they say you're eloquent. As expected of the George family, I might not argue like you, but you've insulted the Naser surname and my dignity, only blood can wash this away, a duel it is."

Nobles rarely duel easily, it's not a game, but this time Didia was truly furious.

"Didia, Your Majesty has said, there are to be no senseless duels between the Canon Law School and Knight Academy."

Didia laughed, "Simmons, this is not a senseless duel. This is a battle of honor for our two families. Don't tell me having not joined the Knight Academy, you don't even care for knight's dignity and honor. If you don't dare accept the challenge, confess on the Hex Bird Report that you've defamed my brother!"

Where there're people, there are disputes. Where there are disputes, there'll be judgments, but some matters are often hard to explain or resolve, dueling is the best way among knights."

Simmons looked at Didia, everyone around also stared at the two, the atmosphere suddenly solidified, Simmons swallowed softly.

"I accept your challenge."

"Good, you've got some courage left, time, place." According to knightly duel rules, the challenged party picks the time and place.

Once a duel is accepted, any party that shirks from the battle would no longer be able to hold their head high in a city like Hedan.

"Next Monday, Saint Grace Canon Law School." Simmons said in a deep voice.

"Fine, let you live a few more days, let's go!" Didia waved and left with a group of God-Blessing Knight Academy people.

Didia's expression was icy, it wasn't that he was brainless, but given the current situation, he had to take action, or he wouldn't even be able to leave the door. Everyone, even in the God-Blessing Academy, had eyes filled with suspicion and sarcasm. As a proud knight, taking pride in being a knight, he couldn't tolerate it, and he fundamentally didn't believe his brother would commit such a heinous act, raping a defenseless woman, then digging out her heart, it's absurdly ridiculous, if this wasn't a conspiracy, then something's indeed wrong.

The George Family, despicable fence-sitters, adept at using schemes in the past, when Prince Oliver was still the king heir, they followed the Prince, but swiftly turned to the King after his fall, these fence-sitters utterly lack knightly spirit, Simmons could be regarded as an aberration in the George Family, bravely venturing into the Secret Castle, quite reasonable as a person, but this matter involves two families, as the heir of the George Family, he must take responsibility.

Once the duel is settled, what remains is waiting for a life-ending resolution.

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