Chapter 101: The Fury Way
CH101 The Fury Way
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The Fury family rules were, to Alex’s surprise, quite intuitive and easy to understand. Still, Earl Drake made sure to explain each in full, to prevent Alex from ever violating them by accident.
"The Ancestral Grounds are the most important location for the future of our family," Earl Drake began. "Securing it means securing the next generation of Furies.
"Of course, unlike in any other family, such a task would be considered thankless. No Fury would willingly shoulder such a burden... unless it came with suitable rewards.
"So, our forebears made it simple—you can only be accepted as Head of the Fury Family if you are the one who guards the Ancestral Grounds. This way, the role comes with real, tangible benefits... and the authority tied to safeguarding our legacy."
Alex nodded. That part made perfect sense.
"We Furies are warlike and battle-thirsty," the Earl continued. "If we have no external enemies to fight, we tend to turn our blades on each other. That kind of infighting would only weaken us in the long run.
"That’s why fighting with one’s forces is forbidden. If you must challenge someone, it must be in a personal duel."
Alex raised an eyebrow. "Isn’t that a disadvantage for those who focus on growing their armies?"
"That’s intentional," Earl Drake replied firmly. "No Fury is allowed to rely solely on their forces. Their personal strength must always be significant—strong enough to lead and control their followers.