The Strongest Dull Prince’s Secret Battle for the Throne

Chapter 333: Duke Lowenstein

Chapter 333: Duke Lowenstein

At the center of the Lowensteins territory.

The city of Alla.

It is the largest city in the north and is its de facto center.

We are currently at a big mansion located in the center of that city.

Charlotte-sama. Please kindly wait here. Duke Lowenstein is currently attending a meeting.

I understand.

Char nodded to the butler without any complaints.

Seeing that, I muttered in surprise.

He is prioritizing a meeting over his own granddaughter huh.

Ojii-sama is that kind of person. He doesnt mix personal business and his work. As long as the Imperial Family isnt involved, I might be able to arrange something though.

You sure said it.

You should abandon that optimism of yours. If you got found out, you might get a bolt of lightning flying your way you know. Make no mistake, he will kill you.

Dont say such a scary thing now.

Im not kidding okay. He is the kind of person that will seriously do it. If you want to reveal your identity then I recommend you choose the timing wisely.

I give her a nod.

Although I have dealt with many people who ridiculed me as the Dull Prince, I have little experience dealing with people who hold a grudge against me.

That is how strong the Imperial Family is in the Empire.

There is no need to remind me not to let my guard down.

My opponent this time is the [Thunder God] of Lowenstein.

I have met him once before. I briefly spoke to him at the feast of my tenth birthday celebration. I can still remember how intense he was.

Despite being an heir to a ducal house, he joined the army and climbed to the rank of general with his magical ability.

He is a veteran general who fought numerous battles and contributed greatly to the expansion of the Empire.

His battle record remains undefeated. Using the personal army of house Lowenstein together with the soldiers of the Imperial Army, it could be said that his force was never inferior to that of the enemys both in terms of quality and quantity. Still, it is undeniable that his record is still extraordinary.

It is different from saying that the Emperor never lost a battle. A battle in which a general and an emperor head out to is different in the first place. The Emperor does not appear in battles that post high-risk of losing moreover, he is always accompanied by the Imperial Knights. It is much more difficult for an emperor to lose a battle.

He is currently the only person in the Empire to outperform Lize-aneue in terms of battle records.

When he is far from the frontline, he shows his capability as a wise general and when he personally engages the enemy army, he shows everyone that he is more than capable to lead his men out personally.

A general with both wisdom and courage.

That is the Duke of Lowenstein.

Are you nervous?

I dont know. But I do think that it would be bad if I fail here.

if Ojii-sama gets angry then I will protect you. At the very least, I should be able to stall him.

I will count on you if the time comes.

When I smiled at her, Chars eyes went round and she immediately frowned at me.

She probably thinks that I am being optimistic huh.

As I thought, you really are a weird person.

You think so?

Among the current Imperial Family, do you know anyone who has enough spirit to stand up against my grandfather?

Who knows. Well, if a person comes to mind then it would be Lize-aneue, I think?

Whether it be Eric or Leo, they would have a problem if they have to face him alone. They will never rely on their guts alone and will definitely face him with an escort.

While I was thinking that far, Char let out a sigh.

I am confident that the Princess General wouldnt lose to him but what about you?

I have my confidence too.

What kind of confidence?

The confidence that you will protect me. Im counting on you.

Haa..you dont even consider the possibility that I am going to stand by and do nothing?

But you will protect me right?

What if I just gave you some empty words?

If it is like that then I will just accept my fate and chalk it up as I dont have eyes for people. Even Duke Lowenstein wouldnt suddenly murder a prince right. He will probably let me off with an arm or two.

Char frowned at my words.

She tries to say something again but the butler returned before she could.

The meeting has concluded, my lady. This way please.

!?

You are not going?

I am going. Just stay behind me. Never leave my side okay?

Yes, yes.

I replied as I shrugged my shoulders.

We were guided to a large audience room.

This room is probably the one you use to convey your request to the lord.

And waiting back inside the room was.

A red-haired old man sitting on a chair.

His big-frame body resembles Gordon and like a former general he is, his back is straight.

His sharp red eyes were looking at Char first and then me.

This old man is Duke Victor von Lowenstein, the person who was nicknamed Thunder God.

I, Charlotte, have come to greet you, Ojii-sama.

-good work. Did Marquis Zweig say anything at the end?

No.

I seehe can be so cruel. Even though we had a promise that we would have a drink together.

Saying so, Duke Lowenstein closed his eyes.

He must be reminiscing the memory of Marquis Zweig.

After all, he was his ally who supported the north for the longest time.

Their children got married and they finally became relatives. If not for this situation, Duke Lowenstein probably would have visited the Marquis to see him off himself.

Probably understanding that, the vassals in the audience room also stay silent.

is your body doing fine?

Yes. I had a seizure but it was nothing serious.

I see. That is good to hear.

Ojii-sama, there is actually someone I would like to introduce to you. At the funeral of Marquis Zwig, a group of bandits invaded the city. When I could not handle the situation because of my seizure, this Schwartz and his mercenaries helped us deal with them. He has a debt of gratitude with Marquis Zweig and he has taken care of me.

Hou?

The Duke said so and paid his attention to me.

In response, I lower my head and greet him.

It is my pleasure meeting you. My name is Schwartz.

I see. You have taken care of my granddaughter huh.

No, I have owed a great deal of gratitude to Marquis Zweig. I visited him thinking that it was my chance to repay it but I couldnt make it in time. I want to repay that favor to Lady Charlotte instead.

Thats a good heart you got there. So? Was it your suggestion that Charlotte has been sending letters to each and every noble here?

Duke Lowensteins gaze turned sharp.

When she saw that, Charlotte hurriedly comes to my defense.

O, Ojii-sama! That was all my doing! Marquis Zweig believed that every noble of the north should find a way out of this conflict together. For that sake, he had written letters to every noble to invite them to a meeting!

I see. So, is there a letter addressed to me?

Nohe decided that I should be the one who personally persuades Ojii-sama.

Marquis Zweig really knows me well huh. No matter what he writes to me, I will not move. Thats why he decided to entrust that to you huh, Charlotte. I can understand thatI understand it but its a failure since you brought along a mouse to persuade me.

Schwartz is only an escort. I will be the one who-!

Thats not it. Seriously, it seems you have looked down on me huh. A pleasure meeting me? Dont make me laugh. Didnt every noble of the Empire have the pleasure to meet you already on your tenth birthday? I have already met you back then. I have even personally held you in my arms when you were a baby you know?

Saying so, Duke Lowenstein stands up from his chair.

The atmosphere immediately turned heavy.

Even his aides are having cold sweat.

Hmph..I never thought that I would be found out so quickly.

If you wanted to hide your identity then you should have tried hiding those eyes. Its the same eyes that the guy who robbed away my daughter only to strengthen his bloodline had. I can tell with a single glance. No one hates the eyes of that man as much as me after all!

Duke Lowensteins voice turned to a roar.

While listening to his roaring voice, I stood up and took down my hood.

I will apologize for the deception. I didnt want to get killed you see.

Hmph! You have grown to be quite a bold man huh? That attitude and that way of speaking, its the exact same as the Emperor when he was still young you know?

We are parent and child after all. I never thought that you would recognize me since it has been a long time since we last met. And it was supposed to be a light greeting too..it is truly something, that grudge against the Imperial Family of yours.

So you came to talk even though you already know that? Arnold Lakes Adler!

Said Duke Lowenstein as he immediately identified me.