Chapter 195: Henry Fraule

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Translator: Cinder Translations

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After resting for a day in Earl Kent's castle, the young mage Andy accompanied the Earl to the capital of Duke Fraule's direct domain in the northwest—Sente.

Upon reaching Sente, they first stayed at the Kent family's residence in the city. By then, it was already late, so the Earl decided to visit the Duke's castle the next day.

However, unexpectedly, before breakfast began, a certain person arrived—Henry Fraule, the younger brother of Duke Fraule.

Earl Kent settled Andy and personally received Viscount Henry alone in the hall.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, the Earl asked, "Viscount, what brings you to Sente?"

Henry had his own fief elsewhere and normally wouldn't reside in Sente, so it was unusual for him to be here coincidentally at this time.

"Oh, Earl Kent, you know... My elder brother hasn't been feeling well lately, so I moved to Sente to be closer to him and take care of him."

"You truly have a deep brotherly bond. Whenever I encounter such matters, I regret not having a brother to care for each other."

Earl Kent put on an emotional appearance. Deep down, he knew well why Duke Fraule's health had deteriorated—it was due to their 'visit' with Barnett before, where they had used a brain parasite to control the Duke's mind, greatly affecting his physical health.

At this rate, the Duke probably had only about a year left to live.

Viscount Henry wore an expression of matter-of-factness. "Of course, my elder brother treats me just like a father. Ah... Earl, when my servants saw you on the street as you entered the city, I hurried over to have a chat with you."

Earl Kent internally remained cautious. Had Viscount Henry already begun planting spies in Sente?

"Why did Earl Kent come to Sente?"

Upon hearing Henry's question, Kent Maltz gave a slightly embarrassed smile. "Um... well, naturally, it's also related to the Duke's health matters."

Seeing the awkward expression on Maltz's face, Henry understood. The 'health matters' he mentioned naturally referred to issues concerning a man's personal health.

He shook his head and made a clicking sound with his tongue.

"My elder brother... he's just unwilling to accept God's arrangement. In my opinion, that's fate. At his age, what more can he hope to change?"

Viscount Henry's mention of "fate" referred to the fact that Duke Fraule had no sons.

Without a son, the title would naturally have to pass to one of the fortunate brothers.

And as the Duke's eldest brother, Henry had the best chance.

Thus, with his elder brother's health deteriorating, he had come to Sente to make arrangements.

Earl Kent didn't respond directly, just smiling at the Viscount.

Although Maltz was renowned as the Duke's hawk against outsiders, Viscount Henry, as the Duke's brother, wasn't afraid and spoke freely.

Of course, if Henry wanted to vie for the Duke's title, he would need to align with the powerful Kent family. After all, they were the second most powerful family in the northwest after the Fraules.

"Earl Kent! This time, I've brought you a gift and hope you won't refuse it. Bring it in!"

Following his words, servants waiting outside immediately entered with a delicately crafted wooden box.

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