30. Sibling Rivalry and Envy Turns to Enmity
Thomas’ envy of his older brother – he was made a mere baron while Edward became a duke – increased when Edward became the regency council’s chief, with the title of Protector, and became known as Lord Protector of England. As a consolation prize, Thomas had been made Lord High Admiral, but the power and prestige of that paled in comparison to what his brother had secured for himself. Jealousy gnawed at Thomas, and his lifelong resentment of Edward soon blossomed into hatred.