“Am I an illegitimate child?” 0

Heinrich’s explosive question left the two brothers staring wide-eyed in prolonged silence. Then, German von Schwartz slowly approached Heinrich, glaring intensely down at him.0

“Where did you pick up such nonsense? Did the emperor tell you that?” He seemed ready to storm the Allied Forces general headquarters to demand answers.0

Heinrich knew that he had not only brought up a serious issue, but that it was also an entirely inappropriate thing to bring up within the Kernstadt military base. However, his frustration and sorrow were too overwhelming for him to remain silent.0

“Judging by how you treat me, I can’t help but suspect that I might be,” Heinrich said. “Is it such a grave sin to wish for a kind word? No matter what my achievements are, no matter what I do, you always treat me like this. I wonder if I truly share your blood—”0

Before he could finish, German von Schwartz grabbed Heinrich by the collar. 0

“You should choose your words according to time and place,” German said, his eyes burning with anger. “Do you think this is the right place to discuss this?” 0

They were in the Kernstadt military headquarters, and a banquet was taking place close by. It was extremely dangerous and foolish to broach this topic when there could be unseen ears listening in. Moreover, the fact that the youngest prince, who had gained significant support within the Kernstadt army, had brought up this concern could shock the entire military, regardless of its truth.0

German’s hot gaze burned into Heinrich’s...0