WNC SS 162

In his previous life, Rubel lived to become the Emperor. From the moment he was born, he fought with his half-siblings for power and was judged by many with cold eyes. If he acted cleverly, he was called cunning; if he acted kindly, he was called a hypocrite; and if he let out his frustrations, he was told he lacked the temperament. Naturally, he lived starved for affection and recognition.

But this life was different.

[It's all thanks to Edwin Kiadris's achievements. That guy colluded with Hestia Yeldidus to send Poplar Kiadris away to Yeldidus. He also sold off the remaining half-brother, Humbert Kiadris, to Floyd in the name of a marriage alliance.]