An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

In this pivotal moment, Ambrose had utterly forsaken all rationality, succumbing to a reckless frenzy.

He staunchly believed that his tireless efforts had been instrumental in Rufus’s effective governance of West Lucozia.

In Ambrose’s perspective, reveling in the privileges of power and authority was a well-deserved entitlement.

Why hold such a position if he couldn’t relish its benefits? Sacrificing the lives of a few commoners seemed trivial compared to his role as governor. He failed to perceive any wrongdoing on his part, attributing the entire crisis to Rufus’s lack of wisdom.

“Ambrose, do you still refuse to accept it?” Rufus shook his head, disappointment etched across his face.

He went on, “Your son ran rampant, lives were callously taken, and the people were treated as if they were inconsequential. Your actions mirror those of ancient savages-burning, killing, and pillaging!”

achieved greatness! I built West Lucozia’s prosperity, ensuring its citizens’ well-being! What harm is there in removing

your accomplishments don’t absolve you of your crimes. Your contributions don’t justify your malevolence. The honors you earned won’t shield you

people, not to oppress them. If everyone adopted your logic and behaved as you did, West Lucozia

for your mistakes. Your guilt is undeniable,

Ambrose continued to rage, having completely lost his reason in the

No matter how you

how should we

drawing, and quartering,” Albert replied casually. The mention of this execution made even Eloise, who stood

involving hanging by the

horse to the execution site and have their four limbs tied to different horses, pulling their

crimes warrant

considering your years of service, take up the blade and end it yourself!” Rufus commanded sternly, offering a last chance for self-

served you faithfully for so many years, and now you want to kill me? I curse you to a miserable death!”