Count Federico's duplicitous political maneuvering to maintain power and eliminate rivals, including his framing of Rossini and brutal suppression of dissent.
Count Federico's duplicitous political maneuvering to maintain power and eliminate rivals, including his framing of Rossini and brutal suppression of dissent.
Events in This Arc
Federico masks his irritation at the Doge’s impending arrival with performative demands, brushing aside his servant with brusque commands to prepare his chambers. He vents his frustration at the disruption, …
Marco waits in Giuliano's chamber when the guards arrive under false pretenses. The moment the door opens, Federico's mercenaries storm in, overpowering Marco before he can react. They disarm him …
Federico subjects Marco to psychological torture, offering wealth and power if he betrays Giuliano. Marco’s defiance is absolute, refusing to fabricate a confession despite the threat of death. His refusal …