"Yes, if Viscount Steel said such things, then he is unfit to be a diplomat."
The nobles murmured amongst themselves. Lorne Jackson trembled with rage, just as Catherine did.
Nancy Scalia, however, produced the negotiation records.
"This contains a record of everything Viscount Steel said. If you don't believe me, you can see for yourselves."
"That won't be necessary. We believe Lady Mary."
Lian answered on behalf of his fiancée, Catherine.
"Unfortunately, Viscount Steel's beloved mistress passed away from illness not long ago. The loss dealt a great blow to his mental state, and he began suffering from a psychological disorder. Legally, we cannot recognize the testimony of someone who is mentally unwell. Therefore, while this record may be authentic, it is invalid.
