Ross nodded, "Of course, no one will. That’s because I've found a better candidate." "Who?" Seeing his smile, Fred had a hunch it was something terrible. He said, "Whoever it is, no one is more fitting than you, Your Highness. After all, you're—"Before he could finish, Ross interrupted, "Fred!"Puzzled, Fred answered, "Yes?""I'm talking about you," Ross said with a chuckle. He got up and slowly paced around the room. "You're my mom's most trusted right-hand man, and she listens to you.“You also know her the best. You're the best candidate there is. Besides, I'm sure you're worried about her safety, right?"It was a casual remark, but Fred was stumped. Ross was trying to put him in a dilemma like Fred did to him just now. If Fred said he was worried, he must follow Ross' plan. "I—"Ross continued, "It's fitting for me to go, but what if I have an accident or encounter any danger? What will happen if my mom and I can't return?""Your Highness, I—""You're afraid to say it
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