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.

knew it was best to

condition best. I don’t have much time left. With everyone gathered here, it is my final wish to make arrangements for the

began to speak, but Rufus raised

There’s

all, selecting the heir to the throne is an important matter

ask all of you here. Who do you believe is most qualified to take

Rufus was contemplating an internal vote, and whoever garnered the most support would be the future Prince

should they

upper hand. However, when taking familial

to

mother, Eloise, was the eldest

held substantial influence not only in West Lucozia but also in Oakvale. The

it was evident that Austin stood a greater chance of assuming the throne. After all, the key factor in becoming the new Prince lay in

suitable to assume the throne.” A Black Dragon Army general suddenly stood