Chlothar II: The Baby King Who United a Kingdom. Chlothar II’s life began with chaos. His father, Chilperic I, was murdered when he was still an infant, thrusting him onto the throne before he could even walk. His mother, Queen Fredegund, ruled as regent and waged relentless war in his name. For years, he was the shadow behind her battles—a king without agency, living in a dynasty soaked in blood feuds. But time changes everything. When Chlothar reached adulthood, he seized his moment. With pati