An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

After a moment, the slumbering Onyxclaw slowly opened its eyes. At the same time, a fully armed team of guards surrounded it, keeping vigilant for a reaction. They would restrain it immediately if they noticed any abnormality or aggressive behavior.

The Onyxclaw seemed aware of its surrounding threat and dared not make any sudden movements. It laid down obediently in the presence of the guards.

“Come out!” Anders shouted. The Onyxclaw snorted and walked leisurely out of the iron cage. Its massive body resembled a tiny mountain, giving off oppressive dominance.

Anders, tall as he was, appeared small in front of the Onyxclaw. It seemed as though it could swallow him in a single gulp.

“I heard you can discern good from evil. Now, show everyone your abilities. Of course, if you dare to misbehave, I’ll have you slaughtered for soup!” Anders ordered coldly.

Upon hearing this, the Onyxclaw’s fur bristled slightly. It instinctively moved away from Anders, clearly fearful of him.

around under the surveillance of the guards. It occasionally sniffed the air

After all, a creature of its kind was a rare sight. If they

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than a regular tiger. It would

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themselves, expressing all kinds of emotions. Some were fearful, some were delighted, while others were amazed. A

huge reaction. On the contrary, those who touched the Onyxclaw’s fur were

really tell good from evil as Anders claimed?” Abigail asked in

ten-year-old child. If even humans find it

case, why is Anders putting on this show?”

replied with a faint smile. The West Lucozian monarchy used to keep exotic