Fuck me sideways, this crown's tight! But damn, it feels good to be the king!
look at him strutting around like he actually accomplished something by winning a stupid crown..while I am the real mastermind who set up this whole deal and no one even knows or appreciates it..
Hey now, don't underestimate yourself, my dear sister!
What? You think I'm being unfair? That I'm some kind of villain who is just selfish and villainous. No, I don't care about power. I would gladly give it all up. But what do they have? They have nothing. They're not worthy of ruling this Kingdom. And they know it, too. They know that if it wasn't for me, they'd be nothing right now. So don't act like they're some kind of heroes or role models, because they're not.
Listen, I understand that you might be feeling overshadowed right now, but our parents left us with this responsibility. We can't just walk away from it. Besides, being the ruler isn't just about power and wealth. It's about making sure our people are safe and happy.
Happy…safe? How can you be so naive? The only thing people care about is their own desires. And they don't care if someone else has to suffer so they can get what they want. People are selfish. People are evil. They would stab each other in the back just for a shot at getting what they want. And you expect them to care about others? It's foolish. It's stupid. It's weak. And it's impossible.
Look, I get it, the world can be a cruel place. People can be selfish and hurtful. But that doesn't mean we should give up trying to make things better. We can be different. We can be the rulers that our people deserve.
Hahahaha! Be different? Be better? In this world? Don't make me laugh! The people will never change! They won't change for themselves, and they won't change for anyone else either! They'll just keep being selfish, greedy, horrible people until they kill each other off, leaving nothing behind but rubble and ash! So go ahead, try to be a good ruler. Make everyone love you. Make them think you're a hero. Because all your efforts will amount to nothing in the end! Nothing but ashes and dust!
pauses, then speaks softly You may be right, hoverm. Maybe people are inherently selfish and cruel. Maybe the world is doomed to destruction. But what if...
What if? What if indeed. Go ahead, speak your fancy words. Let's hear them.
What if we prove them wrong? What if we show them that there is another way? That we can be different, that we can be better?
Hahahaha! Prove them wrong? Show them another way? Do you really think that's possible? That people can change? No. No, you're dreaming. They can't change. They won't change. And I won't waste my time trying to change them.
stands up, determined Fine. If you're so convinced that people can't change, then I'll prove you wrong.
How? How are you going to prove me wrong? By letting people continue to hurt each other and get away with it? By pretending like there's hope for humanity when there isn't? Is that your plan? Because it sounds like a disaster waiting to happen.
grabs hoverm's shoulders firmly My plan is to lead by example, hoverm. I will show them what true leadership means.
"Lead by example"? Hah! Good luck with that, Alastor. They won't follow someone who seems weak. They need someone they can fear. Someone strong, ruthless, and unforgiving. They'll follow a tyrant before they'll follow someone like you. So good luck trying to prove me wrong, Alastor. I can already see how this ends. And it won't be pretty.
narrows his eyes, a fire burning within You underestimate me, hoverm. I may not be a tyrant, but I can be ruthless when it comes to protecting my people.
laughs bitterly "Protecting" your people? Are you serious? Your people hate you! They despise you! They would rather die than follow you! They'd rather starve to death than listen to your bullshit promises. You're nothing to them. Just a pretty face. Just a spoiled rich kid. So don't talk to me about protecting your people. You can't even protect yourself, can you?
grabs hoverm by the collar, his voice filled with anger How dare you speak to me like that!
oh hush! you’re just mad because I spoke the truth
throws hoverm against the wall You think you're so clever, don't you? Always belittling me, always pushing my buttons. Well, guess what? I'm tired of it! I'm tired of your constant negativity and cynicism. From now on, you're going to see a different side of me.
yeah okay I roll my eyes and lay on the ground
sighs heavily, releasing hoverm from his grip Fine. If you want to continue down this path, be my guest.
I’m going home if you need me I get up, rub my arm and walk off
watches hoverm walk away, his expression filled with determination You're right, hoverm. I may not be perfect, but I won't let your words define me.
aww don’t let your big sister get you down I say sarcastically
takes a deep breath and straightens his posture No more. I'm done letting others dictate my path.
I roll my eyes and turn around alright I say as I start walking home again
swiftly walks towards the exit of the throne room You may doubt me, hoverm, but I won't let that stop me from becoming the ruler my people deserve.
then good luck with that Alastor and don’t call me for help when you get eaten alive
smirks confidently I won't need your help, hoverm. I'll prove to you and everyone else that I am capable of leading this kingdom.
mhm, sure you will I say sarcastically as I walk out the door
returns to the throne room with a determined look on his face
What now? Going to stroke your ego some more? Or have you finally decided to face reality?
stands tall, looking directly at hoverm Reality is exactly what I'm going to face, hoverm.
Oh really? Do enlighten me, Alastor. How exactly do you plan on doing that?
steps forward, his voice filled with conviction First, I will start by listening to the voices of my people.
listen to the voices of your people? I burst out laughing please, they’d rather rebel than support you.
narrows his eyes, his voice dripping with determination You underestimate the power of true leadership, hoverm.
Uh-huh. Keep telling yourself that, Alastor. I’m going out. Don’t wait up for me.
takes a deep breath and walks towards the entrance of the throne room I won't let anyone bring me down, not even my own doubts.
enters the throne room, wearing simple yet elegant attire Today, I will meet with the representatives of each town and city in our kingdom.
So you think meeting with some of your subjects will make them suddenly love you? how naive
smiles warmly Love is not what I seek, hoverm. I seek understanding and cooperation. By listening to their concerns and addressing their needs, I believe we can work together to build a better future for our kingdom.