Part 6/11:
The Shortcomings of Ruthlessness
However, the path to power paved by ruthlessness is fraught with peril. While the ruthless may ascend rapidly, they often encounter dramatic downfalls, particularly when their approach relies solely on fear and domination. History is replete with examples of tyrants who believed in their invincibility only to meet catastrophic ends.
This reveals a crucial truth: merely possessing ruthlessness does not guarantee lasting success. The ethical implications of ambition come into play. Is morality intrinsically futile in the face of power’s allure? Or can one discern a balance?