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.”

Declan among his age group. How could a nobody like him win against the Fallon family’s highly-trained

stood up and applauded. With a smile, he said, ” Spectacular, truly spectacular. Today

was stunned, turning back at Griffin in disbelief. The Fallons had just suffered a

never expected a young man like you to be a grandmaster. Remarkable. The Fallons happily acknowledge our

is

statement shocked everyone. They exchanged bewildered

had already reached the level of a grandmaster. The level of talent

no wonder… So that was why Declan lost. It turned out that this kid is a skilled grandmaster.” Dante

that he didn’t even have time to react. It was clear that nobody else would be able to defeat

too kind. I just got lucky,” Dustin replied

I hope that you can join the Fallons as

aback. Recruiting him was one thing, but the idea of