An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

The Murray family had a thousand armed forces. It kept order through its formidable presence.

“Where are my reinforcements? I need backup, now!” Caden shouted, but there was no response from outside.

“There’s no need to shout. My men have infiltrated the Murray residence. Your soldiers have been defeated,” Gage said with a faint smile.

“That’s impossible! You’re lying!” Caden’s eyes widened in disbelief. He couldn’t imagine the defeat of a thousand well-trained soldiers. Gage calmly explained, “It took five years of preparation to get me here today.”

“So, you were prepared all along,” Caden said. His face darkened as he looked at his surroundings. He continued, “Gage, you’re brave and resourceful, but there’s one thing you overlooked.”

Gage asked, “What did I overlook?”

coat, revealing his muscular physique. He went on, “I’ve been training for years, and now I’m a semi- grandmaster. Your subordinates won’t stand

“A semi-grandmaster?”

Dragonmarsh required immense dedication and hard work. Therefore, reaching the level of a semi-

warned Gage, “Surrender now

a mighty stomp, Caden created a deep crater. He unleashed

power were gripped by fear. They knew that facing a semi-grandmaster was tantamount to

doubt Gage would pose any problem today,” Vivian remarked. Evan admitted, “I had no idea Uncle Caden

Sheila said. She had never seen her father fight like this before. Gage clapped and said, “I didn’t expect you

Gage remained composed. “Your martial arts talent is decent, but you’re not

shouted.” Today, I’m going to prove you

toward Gage. But a mysterious figure in a black robe, whose face was hidden, appeared behind Gage. It flickered up to stand in front of him, striking