"Count, can you tell me your reasoning?", asked Earl Witre gravely. "The Third Prince is of noble birth and also the instigator of the war. I believe to you, he should be more important than Count Linte."
Charlotte chuckled lightly and said,
"Lord Witre, you jest. The initiator of the war is the Bold Duchy, the 'Duke' of Bold, not the Third Prince."
"Perhaps he is indeed of noble birth, but what of it? Could it be that I, Castel, can use him to blackmail His Majesty the King?"
"He has already failed and bears the evidence of his dealings with the Blood Demon Church; his end is nigh."
"I care not whether His Majesty the King is fond of this son or not; all I know is that for me, Castel, keeping him is not only worthless but also poses certain risks."
Earl Witre shook his head and said,
"No, my Lord Count, in my view, he is of value to you."
"Oh?"
Charlotte raised an eyebrow at him.
Earl Witre considered for a moment before continuing,
