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.

okay?” Eloise was startled and quickly

away the blood from

showed a hint of panic. She

know my own condition. Summoning a doctor would just

was about to offer more words of concern, but Rufus interrupted, “Enough worrying. I won’t die just yet. Sit down and chat with me for

this, Eloise could only nod

for you. You could have lived a comfortable life in Oakvale, yet you chose to be here in this wild place, laboring day in

my shortcomings,” he

saying? You’re a hero, and I’m content

me now. Just an old man past his prime.” Rufus

still

to persuade

blinded by her admiration. She willingly embraced the infamy