An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Albert responded with a quick acknowledgment and left promptly. As the Executioner, he had refrained from significant bloodshed since the era of peace in West Lucozia.

However, Ambrose’s recent actions compelled him to step back into the role. Ambrose’s foolishness harmed himself and dragged the entire Linden family into a perilous situation.

“Reuben offers a sacrificial redemption through death, demoted to a commoner, and permits a dignified burial.

“Punish all the Vern family criminals according to the law. Spare the innocent ones,” Rufus spoke again.

“Understood!” Jaxon bowed and gestured, instructing someone to carry Reuben’s lifeless body away.

Soon, only Rufus and Eloise remained in the hall. Once everyone had left, Rufus finally couldn’t hold back, succumbing to intense coughing. His body swayed, teetering on the edge.

Are you okay?” Eloise was startled and quickly

an old ailment.” Rufus shook his head, wiping away the blood from the corner of his mouth with

doctor right away!” Eloise’s face showed a hint of panic. She was ready to leave, but Rufus held

my own condition. Summoning a doctor would just mean taking a

was about to offer more words of concern, but Rufus interrupted, “Enough worrying. I won’t

Eloise

you. You could have lived a comfortable life in Oakvale,

because of my shortcomings,”

hero, and I’m content just

old man past his prime.”

still the unparalleled

She even went so far as to persuade her brother to arrange her

Alba. However, Eloise was blinded by her admiration. She willingly embraced