That was the evaluation Alberu had of Valentino.

�But the Caro Kingdom is the land of casinos and auctions. He is someone who rose to the position of crown prince in such a kingdom.�

However, emotions and rationality were extremely different.

�He calculates things faster than anybody I know. That is why he won�t let go of us until the end of the war, regardless of whether he trusts what we have to say or not. Also��

Alberu looked toward Cale with an odd expression.

�He seems to admire the Roan Kingdom quite a bit.�

��Your highness, did he explain his admiration with a straight face?�

Alberu and Cale looked toward each other and chuckled.

��His style doesn�t suit me.�

�Me neither.�

They had agreed for the first time in a while.

Cale recalled that conversation as Duke Huten approached him.

The crown prince was thanking each of the Empire and Roan Kingdom�s leaders and saying goodbye to each of them one by one. Duke Huten took that time to approach Cale.

�I hope to see you again in the future.�

�I wish for the same, Duke-nim.�

Absolutely. Cale absolutely wanted to see him again in the future.

�Good. I have never seen anybody with such a strong shield in my life. It is an honor to know someone with such profound strength.�

�It is embarrassing to hear that from a sword master like you, Duke-nim.�

The two were chatting jovially. Duke Huten shook his head.

�No. I reflected a lot after seeing you and the Roan Kingdom.�

Duke Huten had a sincere smile on his face. He then looked at the people around Cale.

��This is how you should grow your strength.�

�Grow extremely strong while remaining quiet.�

Duke Huten did not say that part out loud. His gaze then headed back toward Cale. JrNovels.com