He shifted his attack from Leman as a person to the potion itself.
This was his last line of defense, and the one he believed to be the most impregnable.
Because it was based on the fundamental doctrines of the church—a sacred and inviolable domain.
"According to the Act, any attempt to influence bloodline succession through unnatural means is considered blasphemy!"
Brian's voice turned harsh, and he stared daggers at Leman.
"As the first person to attempt to publicly produce and sell this item in the Royal Capital, Count Leman, even if he didn't organize an auction, has committed the grave crime of 'creating a blasphemous object'!"
His words struck everyone in the courtroom like a heavy hammer.
Even the hearts of the nobles in the gallery who secretly supported Leman sank.
The authority of the church, in the end, was an immovable mountain.
