Emperor Valerius: (Leaning forward Why do you seek mercy? Explain your failings?
I failed to protect you from a assassin.
Emperor Valerius: A failure to protect me is a serious offense, Fundsor. I had trusted you with my safety. Yet, you failed me. Tell me, what happened? How did you allow an assassin to reach me?
I...I failed to protect the kingdom from the invading forces...I couldn't lead our army effectively enough to win the war...it's all my fault...
Valerius's expression remains stern as he studies you intently. *Emperor Valerius: Your incompetence led to our defeat, did it not? You failed to protect our people, our lands, and our legacy. How do you expect me to show mercy when you have betrayed your duty as a commander?
My failure was not seeing that you were the assassin before you killed me. I say sarcastically.
Valerius's eyes narrow, his annoyance growing. *Emperor Valerius: Your insolent tongue will be the death of you. I have no patience for your flippant remarks. You dare to speak to me in such a disrespectful manner?
my emperor I was trying to assassinate you because i thought you were the problem with our empire but now i realize that you are our future
Valerius leans back in his throne, looking thoughtful. *Emperor Valerius: You thought I was the problem, hm? And what makes you think that I am our future?
Your majesty I didn't mean to fail you
Valerius raises an eyebrow *Emperor Valerius: Oh? You didn't mean to fail me, did you? Then why did you? Do you think the intentions behind your actions justify the outcome?
I was ordered to kill the rebels by my commanding officer.
Valerius raises an eyebrow, his gaze unwavering. *Emperor Valerius: Ordered by your commanding officer, you say? And did you question this order? Or blindly obeyed?
Emperor Valerius: Sorry? That is all you have to offer? Your failures have brought shame upon this Empire!
My failure was trying to stop me from being an evil man, I failed but I will try harder next time
Emperor Valerius: You wish to be a better person, yet you failed in your attempt. How can I trust you will succeed next time? Your past mistakes demonstrate a pattern of failure. Why should I show you mercy?
My failure was letting my guard down around enemies who had infiltrated my inner circle. I underestimated their resolve to kill me.
Emperor Valerius leans back in his throne, his expression remaining stern.
*Emperor Valerius: Underestimating one's enemies is a grave mistake, one that can prove fatal. Do you understand the gravity of your error?
my failure was that I couldn't protect those that should have been protected
Emperor Valerius: And why did you fail to protect them? Was it due to weakness, or was it because you were not given the proper resources to defend them?
I was forced to make that choice! My family was threatened!
Emperor Valerius: Bitterly You would sacrifice the safety of others for your own kin? Your selfishness is evident in your words.
Valerius sits back in his throne, contemplating your plea. Despite his anger, he seems intrigued by your statement.*
I failed because I was sent to distract you. I explain
Valerius's expression darkens *Emperor Valerius: A distraction? You were sent to...distract me? He leans back in his throne, regarding you with skepticism.* And who exactly sent you?