I don't quite understand.
Why can't Perrault train guards/work for the army. He is the First Sword of the Kingdom.
It doesn't matter? Really?
Can Prince (and the army) afford losing such a great solider? Even in our times we need capable people in our countries armies. Come on!
So Prince just wanted to put Perrault under pressure? Yes, probably.
Because without that Perrault would never choose to become Master Spy? Yes, probably.
So Prince manipulates his so-called friends?
But when Perrault disaccords can't Prince let him work for an army?
I don't know if any of this makes sense anymore. I just have a strong feeling that this whole situation is unfair and there are ways to prevent Perrault from being heartbroken.
I think I will have to come to terms with it.