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?”

revealing his muscular physique. He went on, “I’ve been

“A semi-grandmaster?”

Therefore, reaching the level of a semi- grandmaster was a remarkable

warned Gage, “Surrender now or

mighty stomp, Caden created a deep crater. He unleashed a massive shockwave that sent

by fear. They knew that

doubt Gage would pose any problem today,” Vivian remarked. Evan admitted, “I had no idea Uncle Caden was a martial arts master.” He sounded impressed. He knew being a semi-grandmaster meant Caden could establish a

surprised, too,” Sheila said. She had never seen her father fight like this before. Gage clapped and

don’t you give up?” Caden challenged. Gage remained composed. “Your martial arts talent

Today, I’m going to prove

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 at Caden’s