The Strongest Dull Prince’s Secret Battle for the Throne

Chapter 220: For my Younger Brothers

The deceased Crown Prince had many talented subordinates.

This especially applies to his close aides. Vin was a candidate to be included in that category. In other words, as talented as Vin is, he was at a level where he was not counted among the Crown Princes aides.

That was the faction of the Crown Prince Wilhelm.

After the death of the Crown Prince whom they entrusted their dream to, they were all scattered.

Some went to serve others while many are like Vin who retired after they lost their dream. The Crown Prince was simply that brilliant and dazzling to them.

A human can not live without the sun. For many of the Crown Princes subordinates, his death equated to the death of their sun.

However, there was a possibility that they might find themselves a new sun.

The one and only person who can succeed the Crown Prince.

His younger brother who was born of the same mother as their lord and was raised in the same way.

The Fourth Prince Traugott Lakes Adler.

My brother who holds no interest in anything besides arts.

Despite being full of talent, he focuses on art, the one thing he has no talent in. An unbalanced person.

Did you reach out for Elder Brothers aides?

Of course. I did it in secret but they are already here in the capital.

.have you summoned them to have them fight in the succession war?

It wouldnt be strange for anyone to take his action that way.

Anyone would think that he is finally motivated to succeed the late Crown Prince.

At the very least, his standing will not be the same. Just as how Leo was viewed as an enemy by Eric when he gathered more subordinates into his faction, Trau will also be viewed as his enemy.

Do you think so?

I do not. However..it wouldnt be unthinkable for others to take it that way.

Then I am fine with that. I no longer care what other people think of me. I called on my brothers aides because I dont have enough power to stop the Dominion in case they make a suspicious movement. My brothers aides who feel that they are indebted to him are quite sweet on me, his younger brother. So, I asked them to lend me a hand this one time.

..have you resolved yourself? If you do something that stands out too much, you will be regarded by all the candidates as the most troublesome hindrance you know.

Certainly, I might not be able to focus on my art for a while.

Saying so, Trau murmured about how unfortunate it is.

That is something that matters to Trau-niisan even more than his life.

After all, that is his life purpose

Even if he doesnt have talent in it, no matter how anyone ridicules him because of it.

That is something he wants to pursue. Trau-niisan is a person who would go any length for his hobby and he has never compromised anything when it comes to his hobby until now.

That Trau-niisan is now putting aside his hobby to take action.

This is unbelievable.

why did you go so far? Is it for Leos sake? Is it because you see his potential to become an even better emperor than our eldest brother?

There is also that. Leonard will surely become a good emperor. That is what I desire him to be. Thats why I decided to support him. But, I am standing right here for another reason.

Another reason?

I dont want to see my brother abandoning one another. If I have to sacrifice myself to open a new path of my brothers then so be it.

Saying so, Trau-niisan smiled.

His smile was somewhat similar to our eldest brother.

Im sure that I have a terrible expression on my face right now.

There is a limit to what I can do.

If I can save everyone then I want to but since that is not an option, I have to choose who I will save.

But now, Trau-niisan has extended his hand for us even if it will cost his way of life.

Please protect Christa. I will protect Rupert without fail.

You can leave her to me. Using this opportunity, Id love to be called Onii-sama by Christa. DUFuFuFu!

After making that dubious laughter, Trau-niisan turned back.

It seems that his business here is over.

His legs are still shaking. He really came here while pushing himself.

Trau-niisan..thank you very much.

Dont worry. This is the Empire, and we are the Imperial Family. It is only natural for us to work hard for our country. Dont look down on your brother too much, okay. I will do what I can without pushing myself. There will always be someone who could reach their hand out to the place you cant, Arnold.

After saying so, Trau-niisan left the room.

After I saw him off, I turned my eyes to Gianna.

It is as you heard. Please entrust Rupert to me.

Thank you very much! Thank you! Your Highness Arnold!

If you want to thank someone..please thank Trau-niisan.

Saying so, I bowed to Gianna and Mother and turned back.

With Trau-niisans cooperation, I have to change the force allocation on our side.

Normally, I would leave the details to Sebas but unfortunately, right now I am the only one who can do it.

Guess I will have to stay up all night today.

Such a shame isnt it. If he is motivated, I think Traugott would be a great emperor.

Commented Mother.

That was probably her real thought.

However, her words were conditional.

If hes motivated.

Gramp also said the same thing. No matter how talented they are, those who are not willing to become an emperor can not and must not become one.

Trau-niisan has everything needed to become an emperor. Son of the Empress, younger brother of the Crown Prince. With a single word, even the Crown Princes former aides can be gathered at his side. He is raised in the same way as the Crown Prince and his real abilities are high and well-balanced.

Still, he has no intention of becoming an emperor.

His reason is that he can not become an emperor that can surpass his elder brother.

Thats why he entrusted that hope to Leo.

What he meant is that he thinks Leo will become the new sun for the Empire.

Please rest assured. Leo will definitely be able to become an even better emperor.

What is the basis for that I wonder?

Call it a brothers intuition.

Saying so, I smiled and left my mothers room behind.

Then, when I arrived back at my room, Finne was waiting for me inside.

Thank you for your hard work. I will prepare you some tea.

Thanks. But I have to do something before that.

Saying so, I took out Silvers mask.

If the Celestial Sphere is activated, I will no longer be able to leave the capital. Tonight is my last chance to go out.

I have to do what I can before the time is up.

Trau-niisan reminded me. That I dont have to do everything by myself.

There are many people I can rely on.

I understand. Please leave this place to me.

YeahFinne. Do you think Leo can save Leticia?

The sky is starry tonight.

It was said that in the past there were people who can read the future and the weather from the stars but unfortunately, I do not have such talents.

I have sent over as much force as I could to Leo.

If that still doesnt work then there was no choice but to give up. However, if he couldnt save Leticia, Leo wouldnt be able to return for a while.

Considering the worst-case scenario, I sent out Elna. if its her, she will be able to stop Leo.

But if possible, I want everything to go well.

When I was having such a thought, Finne smiled.

It will be okay! Leo-sama is Al-samas brother after all!

I dont think that makes anything reassuring though.

It does! Al-sama has helped many people before! Leo-sama will be fine! Thats what I believe!

Her answer was so optimistic that I can sigh.

However, now her words are ingrained in my heart.

..honestly, I was hesitating whether I should send you out of the capital as well.

Eh!? THATS TOO MUCH!

Yeah, I think so too. I am glad that I didnt. You help me a lot just by being here. It was a good decision.

Saying so, I put on Silvers mask and change my clothes with illusion magic.

After I am done putting on Silvers guise, I speak to Finne.

Just a short while, I will leave this place to you.

Yes. Please leave it to me.

Saying so, I used transfer magic and left.