“He should show more—” Lutgarde said.
“Why? He wouldn’t be here without his strength of will.”
“The king—”
“Is a weak-willed child,” Marc said without realising that was not meant as a question.
Everyone in the circle laughed save for Marc and the boy.
“A man who sold out his loyal soldier to placate my distant cousin’s ego,” Beatriz said. “Isn’t that how you fell out of favour with your father? De Prins?”
The room went silent, which was a feat in itself. Now, only one heart was beating strong and true. Given Marc’s state, that singular sound became his world.
Disclaimer: This excerpt from Man of War is currently in development. There may be typos, errors, omissions, inconsistencies and so forth.
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