An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

For a moment, the people exchanged puzzled glances.

While most of them were aware that Rufus wasn’t in the best of health, they believed he still had several years ahead of him.

Rufus deciding to step down just as they had resolved all their issues caught everyone off guard.

“Rufus, aren’t you moving this too hastily?” Eloise advised.

“I agree, Your Highness. You’re full of vigor and likely to live a long life. There’s no need to step down at this time,” Wyatt said with straightforward honesty.

While the others were filled with uncertainty, they dared not speak. They were afraid of offending the future Prince if they urged Rufus to stay on the throne.

enough knew it was best to remain silent and observe the

much time left. With everyone gathered here, it is my final wish to make arrangements for the time after my departure,” Rufus said with a

but Rufus raised a hand to stop

enough now. I’ve made my decision. There’s no

back to the crowd and addressed them solemnly, “Dear all, selecting the heir to the throne is an important

here. Who do you believe is

shifted uncomfortably at his question. It appeared like Rufus was contemplating an internal vote, and whoever garnered the

who should they choose? Logan

skills, Logan undoubtedly had the upper hand. However, when taking

Austin’s promising future was undeniable, owing to his exceptional

mother, Eloise, was the eldest Princess of

not only in West Lucozia but also in Oakvale. The forces allied with her were even

chance of assuming the throne. After all, the key factor in becoming the new Prince lay in amassing a multitude of

Highness, I personally believe that Prince Austin is most suitable to assume the throne.” A Black Dragon Army general