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.

was best to remain silent and observe

my final wish to make arrangements for the time after my departure,” Rufus said with a

began to speak, but Rufus raised

I’ve made my decision. There’s no need to try to

addressed them solemnly, “Dear all, selecting the heir to the throne is an important matter that impacts the

all of you here. Who do you believe is most qualified

was contemplating an internal vote, and whoever garnered

was, who should

terms of talent and skills, Logan undoubtedly had the upper hand. However, when

undeniable, owing to his exceptional performance in

mother, Eloise, was the eldest

not only in West Lucozia but also in

assuming the throne. After all, the

personally believe that Prince Austin is most suitable to assume the throne.” A Black Dragon Army general suddenly stood