An Understated Dominance (Maria Vittori) novel Chapter 1849

If Julius did that, it would be akin to walking into his own demise.

“Hmph! At least you’re self-aware.”

Julius sneered and continued, “Rufus, your youngest son has already admitted defeat. So, where is your eldest son?”

“Logan, you’ve hidden long enough. Don’t you think it’s time to reveal yourself?” Rufus spoke loudly.

Although he hadn’t laid eyes on Logan, he sensed his presence. In the previous case involving Russo, it was Logan’s tip -off that provided him the opportunity to eliminate the pests.

Now, with such a significant incident happening in the monarchy, given his son’s character, he would definitely not stand by idly. 2

“I can’t believe you not only deceived Julius but also all of us, you sly fox. And now, you’re even having me serve as your scapegoat. Is this really appropriate?”

After a brief moment of hesitation, Dustin finally removed his prosthetic mask. With Rufus still alive, the monarchy remained in power. Dustin had no choice but to reveal himself in the current circumstances. 1

Despite feeling somewhat cornered, he recognized that Rufus had made this decision in his best interest, as today presented the best moment to solidify his standing and prestige.

Defeating Julius, the Grand General of the Black Dragon Army, in front of his troops, would pave the way for his future succession by removing significant obstacles.

“What? Logan is actually him?” The revelation of Dustin’s true identity left everyone in shock.

No one had anticipated the mysterious and skilled master who defeated Elijah earlier to be the Kirin who had been missing for a decade. 2

Rufus had orchestrated his own death as a way to lure out those with ulterior motives and eliminate them.

Dustin had to admit that it was a cunning move. It was so well executed that it even deceived those closest to him.

Although Julius excelled in both civil and military affairs and had remarkable strategic acumen, he remained significantly outmatched by the visionary Rufus.

Whether orchestrating his fake death or meticulously planning this duel, Rufus had manipulated Julius unwittingly from start to finish.

This was Prince Rufus of West Lucozia’s strategic depth!