Duke Gerald's expression was very complicated at that moment.
The youngest son, whom he had never really liked, had actually awakened a divine seal of the light attribute.
Although the Light attribute can only be used for support roles, healing others, the key point is that it's rare.
This is an attribute that can only be obtained by those who possess the bloodline of the Seven Heroes.
From this, we can infer that Rudy's mother, Anne, possesses the blood of a hero.
This would explain why a blonde noblewoman's child had black hair like her.
Having successfully awakened the divine seal, Gerald exchanged pleasantries with the white-bearded old man, the one in charge of the awakening ceremony, and then took his two sons and headed home.
Inside the dragon carriage, Eli glared at Rudy through gritted teeth, his fists clenched tightly.
"Is there a problem, elder brother?"
Rudy's lips curled into a friendly smile.
Eli felt he had been provoked.
"What did you do? Third son, how could you possibly awaken a light-attribute divine seal? Our entire Mers lineage is fire-attribute!"
Rudy's awakening took a long time, and Eli had reason to suspect that Rudy had done something to make him display the light attribute.
When questioned, Rudy shrugged indifferently.
“Brother, I’m only 6 years old. What tricks could I possibly have up my sleeve? Besides, I’ve already awakened the divine seal of the light attribute. Didn’t that white-bearded guy just confirm that?”
Eli thought about it and agreed, but he was still very dissatisfied.
Being outshone by the younger brother I've always looked down on is a disgrace!
Thinking of this, Eli couldn't help but say discouragingly:
"Even if you awaken the divine seal of the light attribute, so what? You'll only ever be a support character. Besides, the light attribute is too rare, and you simply can't learn the inherited magic of our Mers family."
"Rudy, you know, right? Our Merles family now has three heirs."
"My eldest brother has already decided to inherit the title, take charge of the management of the mansion, and handle diplomacy."
"As for me, Eli, I will be going to the Hero Academy in the capital. As for you, you will definitely be joining the army to contribute to the Mers family's cause."
Hearing this, Rudy nodded. "Oh."
This lukewarm attitude infuriated Eli even more.
But now that he was on the dragon carriage, he couldn't cause trouble, so he had to suppress his anger.
Rudy completely ignored Eli's naive and arrogant remarks.
and.
It's still uncertain who will ultimately join the army.
Anyway, Rudy definitely has to go to the Hero Academy.
Therefore, this is why he created a divine seal with the light attribute.
In fact, Rudy has all attributes.
He can learn any kind of magic, and he can use magic without chanting spells.
To avoid attracting too much attention, he used the power of the awakening crystal to inscribe a light-attribute divine seal on himself that could only provide support.
Back at the mansion, Rudy's treatment changed instantly.
First, the small room he originally lived in was abandoned.
The Duke arranged for him to stay next to Eli's room, which was about twice the size of his original room.
The items inside have also been upgraded in terms of luxury.
And during the meal, Gerald celebrated his birthday for the first time.
This left Rudy speechless.
Isn't it too late to be nice to him now?
Oh, he's only 6 years old, still a little kid.
Does the Duke think he'll be grateful for such a small act of kindness?
Stop joking.
Rudy wouldn't have shown his strength if it weren't for wanting to improve his mother's treatment and to earn the opportunity to attend the Imperial Capital Hero Academy.
After dinner, Duke Gerald's gaze fell on Rudy, and he said in an unquestionable tone:
"Rudy, starting tomorrow, you'll be with Eli. I'll teach you swordsmanship."
"Yes, Father. I will study hard."
Rudy also responded with a smile.
Although Rudy was somewhat annoyed by his father's snobbishness, he wouldn't go looking for trouble.
Since it's a good thing, let's accept it.
Rudy's treatment has improved.
From this moment forward, he was no longer a Muggle who could be discarded at any time and left to the army to fend for itself, but a son valued by Duke Gerald.
This made Eli feel very threatened.
He made up his mind that he would never be lazy in his sword practice again.
If Rudy catches up with him, his father might actually give up on him and send Rudy to the academy instead.
Eli, of course, didn't want to join the army either.
...
The news that Rudy had awakened the divine mark spread throughout the Duke's mansion.
Anne, the mother, was naturally the happiest.
Thanks to Rudy, her treatment improved several times over.
That evening, she praised her son and rewarded him by letting him sleep with her that night.
Rudy did not refuse.
It is very important to have a good relationship with your mother.
After all, in the story, he's just a 6-year-old kid.
If someone behaves in a way that is not typical of a child, it may arouse unnecessary suspicion.
On the other side.
Gerald sat in his study, looking at the documents in his hands, his brow furrowed.
This is information about his concubine, Anne.
What puzzled Gerald was that the records showed Anne was just an ordinary commoner girl who had the opportunity to enter the mansion as a maid because of her good looks.
But if Annie is just an ordinary girl, why did she give birth to Rudy, who has the attribute of light?
The Merles family has been associated with the fire element for generations.
What puzzled Gerald even more was that Rudy was indeed his biological son.
He has already verified it.
"Fine, light attribute it is then."
"Rudy, whatever your secrets are, as long as you are my son, that's enough."
Gerald thought of the last dragon invasion...
In fact, Gerald was not a cold-blooded person.
The reason he didn't pay much attention to Rudy was that he was afraid that if Rudy was confirmed as a Muggle, he might have some inappropriate thoughts.
For example, inheriting a title.
Without awakening the divine seal, it means that he will never be a match for Eli and Kadia in his entire life.
The Duke did not want Rudy to do anything that would harm his own brother or even lose his life.
If Rudy were to join the army, the duke could use his family's influence to protect him.
Although the imperial army is tough, it is also the best place to train people.
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