Chapter 522
After finishing a meal with his siblings, Heinrich headed back to the Temple garrison.
Night had fallen, and Heinrich was reflecting on the words his eldest sister had said to him. Although it seemed they had just gathered for a meal, it hadn’t been that simple.
“I don’t agree with Alphonse’s view that the empire is sending you out on overly dangerous missions, but it’s true that they’re overworking you. Given the situation, it’s unavoidable, but you are a royal of Kernstadt. You are an important asset to the royal family and one of the cornerstones for the future. It’s quite uncomfortable to see the empire handling such an asset as they please.
“Therefore, I plan to incorporate your strength into the Kernstadt military, under my command. Of course, you won’t always be with the Kernstadt forces. There will be times when you’ll need to cooperate with the General Headquarters, Ellen Artorius, and forces from the Temple.
“Even so, and even though you are a student of the Temple, you are a royal of Kernstadt first, and our brother. Therefore, I believe it’s right for us to have authority over matters concerning your safety. Don’t you agree, little brother?”
Cornerstone.
Royalty.
Brother.
Future.
The words from his sister’s mouth tickled Heinrich’s heart. How long had he yearned to hear such words?
Could these scant few words really make a person’s heart race like this? Even though they were words he had longed to hear, Heinrich found this feeling that he had truly returned to his family both strange and unfamiliar.