*another letter was left in Strongharts cell along with a small carved unicorn*
Dear Mr. Stronghart,
I am glad that you like the carved bird so I left you another gift! As for your question though, yes I am Barok's half younger brother.
Sincerely,
T.V.Z
To T.V.Z.,
I am fascinated by everything you have provided me with. I am a fan of the mythical unicorn, one of the symbols of our empire. Elusive, powerful, untameable. Much like the late Lord van Zieks.
I refer, of course, not to Klimt, but of your presumed father. I understand he was perceived to be quite the tomcat by those in his social circles, but I find it hard to believe that he would be able to hide such horrific promiscuity, adultery, and stupidity from the public for so long. How could it be that we have taken so long to learn of your existence, young van Zieks? Does Barok know about you? Do you truly use the van Zieks last name? It is brazenly foolish of you, if you wish your family to remain within any sort of social standing.
Had I known then that it was so easy to blackmail a family like yours, I would have done it long before Humphrey died.
Signed, Mael Stronghart.