I'm really sorry you felt that way, and that's the exact opposite of what I intended with the post.
I completely appreciate what you're saying about feeling like you've missed something, and I am exactly the same when it comes to reading rules. I in no why would think someone was dumb for feeling they had missed something - and being made to feel like that is the absolute pits - but I also have to make peace with the way I chose to make the game and the fact that it won't be for everybody.
As mentioned I am new to this, and I enjoy thinking over this kinda of question in the hopes that it will help me improve as a designer. I made a call while working on this game to not remove the rule but in anything I work on in the future I will keep this in mind and be sure I frame the question not only as "why should I leave it in" but also "why shouldn't I leave it out".
I sorry you weren't able to enjoy the game, and your reasoning is clear and understandable. Also appreciate your honesty and though I regret it came at you having a negative experience I have been given plenty to think on.