An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

The sight of the seriously injured and unconscious Declan left the crowd at a loss for words. The outcome before them was beyond their expectations.

Even though it was difficult to accept, they had to admit that Declan had indeed been defeated, much like Samson and Dexter before him.

As one of Oakvale’s ancient houses, a family renowned for its martial and military powers, not one family member among the younger generation could hold their own against Dustin. This was undeniably an embarrassment.

“The outcome has been decided. Do we still need to continue with this duel?” Dustin smiled faintly, turning his attention toward Griffin and Dante.

He had deliberately chosen to secure victory with a single move so he could save his energy and intimidate the Fallons.

“Who exactly are you? How were you able to defeat Declan?” Dante furrowed his brows, and his expression grim. The Fallons’ reputation had taken a serious blow after three consecutive defeats.

“Is it shocking that I defeated him? I believe many people in Oakvale are able to achieve a similar feat.”

words. Only gifted individuals could defeat Declan among his age group. How could a nobody like him win against the Fallon family’s

stood up and applauded. With a smile, he said, ”

in disbelief. The Fallons had just suffered a major embarrassment, yet

you to be a grandmaster. Remarkable. The Fallons happily acknowledge our defeat,”

kid is actually a

statement shocked everyone. They exchanged bewildered

be in his early twenties, yet he had already reached the level of a grandmaster. The level of talent

out that this kid is a skilled grandmaster.” Dante remarked, understanding

was clear that nobody else would be able to defeat a semi-grandmaster other

you’re too kind. I just got

admire your skills and talent. I hope that you can join

was one thing, but the idea of being