Synopsis: I'm the Tyrant's Secretary

In order to prevent a calamity from befalling my family, I volunteered to replace my inept brother as the Emperor's secretary. I had excelled in this role in a previous life, though that is irrelevant. Regardless, I was confident in my abilities and served the despotic ruler flawlessly. Now, my duties fulfilled, I wished to retire, yet he responded with a chilling, "Do you want to die?" Your Majesty, you have never shown an interest in people; why must you torment me now? I simply long to live out the remainder of my days in peace.