An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

It was midday at the Mosey mansion, and Seamus was sipping tea and reading in the garden after lunch.

Just then, an aide approached him and reported, “Sir Mosey, Prince Matthias is here to see you.”

“Show him in,” Seamus replied with a nod.

He didn’t look surprised, as if he had been expecting his visit.

“Yes, sir,” the aide acknowledged, then left quickly.

Moments later, Matthias walked briskly into the back garden.

“Uncle Seamus! Something major happened in Oakvale last night,” he exclaimed before he’d even settled into a chair.

“What could prompt such concern from you, Your Highness?” Seamus asked as he set aside his book and smiled.

“Some underground forces led by the Hall of Gods were eliminated last night. Even my businesses were severely affected,” Matthias said with a grave expression.

He went on, “What’s most troubling is how suddenly it all happened. I didn’t receive any news in advance. Despite multiple investigations afterward, nothing turned up. I’m utterly baffled about who’s behind this, which is why I’ve come hoping you might shed some light on the matter.”

“I have also heard about last night’s upheaval,” Seamus replied calmly.

He nodded thoughtfully before adding, ” You’re right. Whoever eliminated the Hall of Gods is shrouded in mystery. Even with all my channels, I haven’t been able to uncover a single lead.”

“How can this be happening?” Matthias frowned. “At this pivotal moment in the succession struggle, this mysterious figure with terrifying capabilities has suddenly emerged. I can’t tell if this works in my favor or against me.”

rivalry and covert scheming, as each prince built their network of influence and formed alliances. Though the outcome was

unpredictability. The fact that he could wipe out the Hall of Gods

caution to the wind, he doubted he could achieve that

are upsides and downsides to this,”

the power struggle, then his presence won’t affect us much. Conversely, should he choose to involve himself

find out whether

Matthias caught on quickly.

intentions, and finally

seem nervous,

you already have a

Matthias looked bewildered.

trace of worry in his expression. Either his mental discipline was unmatched, or he had already devised a

Everything must be handled with a clear head. Sometimes we have to accept what fate puts in front of us.” Seamus smiled

greater than that. After surviving countless brushes with death, his will was unshakable. Even if

I only believe in myself,” Matthias said, clenching a

replied calmly, “Ambition is a good thing, Your Highness. But when you’re up against a stronger enemy,

a king who endured hardship to achieve his revenge. It means a setback isn’t the end. As long as you’re alive,

me. I only follow one creed-either I take the throne or

excelled at combat. Anyone who stood

well. I have no right to dictate your choices, but I might have some insight to offer regarding

it.” Matthias

Dragonmarsh, who has enough power to wipe out the Hall of Gods’

“This…” Matthias frowned slightly.