An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

It was midnight in West Lucozia castle. Rufus sat on the edge of the bed and coughed violently. His body trembled from how hard he coughed. Blood would dribble on the floor with his every cough.

“Your Highness, the medicine is here!” After hearing Rufus coughing, Eloise quickly rushed into the room with the medicine in hand.

Eloise placed the medicine down and gently patted Rufus’ back. Her eyes were filled with worry and distress.

After Rufus finally stopped coughing, the floor had a pool of blood. His complexion was as pale as a sheet. Plus, there were beads of sweat on his forehead.

Highness, you should quickly drink the medicine.” Eloise picked up the medicine and handed it

it.” Rufus furrowed his eyebrows, seemingly unwilling to drink the

you. You should

to die soon, anyway. It doesn’t make a difference if I drink

until you’re

at the

during the war. However, his face became distorted

only breathed a sigh of relief

Eloise took a white towel and gently wiped

her. Although the medicine was made from precious ingredients, it lost its effectiveness as time passed. Rufus was unsure how long he could hold

You should rest earlier,” urged Eloise. However,