Corrupt: Dishonest or morally depraved, especially in the context of using power for personal gain.
Unemphatically: Without emphasis or strong expression.
Colonial: Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonies.
Agitatedly: In a state of nervousness, excitement, or disturbance.
Preliminaries: Actions or events that precede or prepare for something more important or extensive.
Bitterly: In a manner showing intense resentment or hostility.
Superiority: The state or quality of being higher in rank, status, or quality than others.
Abundant: Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful.
Strained: Stretched or stressed to the limit, or showing signs of tension or stress.
Exhausted: Extremely tired, physically or mentally worn out.