An Understated Dominance

Chapter 1910

“Alright, it’s getting late. You should head back to your room and get some rest,” Rufus Rhys advised, weariness etched across his face.

He had selected his eldest son to carry on the mantle of leadership. It was partly due to the lad’s aptitude, and partly out of a desire to make amends for past wrongs.

Regrettably, his son lacked ambition and harboured no aspirations to hold dominion over thousands. Hence, Rufus refrained from pressing too hard. He was nearing the end of his days, and all he wished was for his sons to find safety and happiness. He let go of any other expectations.

but eventually rose and left without a word. At least for now, he lacked the conviction

signified boundless power, unending prestige, wealth beyond measure, and the grandeur of ruling the realm. In Dustin’s eyes, however, it was a burden too weighty to bear. The throne carried with it a multitude of responsibilities, far beyond personal considerations. It meant shouldering the welfare of West Lucozia and perhaps even the entire world. Dustin saw himself as an ordinary soul, unable to carry such

be selfish. Let this time

following days within the palace, attending to the aftermath of the rebellion, including the dismantling of the Dragon Guard Pavilion. With Rufus Rhys ailing, Dustin shouldered his father’s duties, a testament to his filial

disposition. Dustin offered him two choices: remain in West Lucozia, relinquish military command, and live the life of a leisurely nobleman, or depart with a generous sum, venturing forth on his own, bearing full responsibility for his fate, with no interference from the

options were clear-cut: a life

consideration, Dustin Kate chose the path of adventure, deeming it better than a stagnant existence. He held hope of making a triumphant return and establishing his own legacy. His ambition drove him, unwilling to remain in the shadow