An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Everyone now looked at Dahlia differently. Rumors had always been circulating about Seamus’ new goddaughter, ranging from being an illegitimate child to a reincarnation of a fox spirit, creating a myriad of speculations.

The earlier incident only intensified suspicions about her identity.

“Thank you for coming to my rescue, Mr. Adams. I am truly grateful.”

Dahlia approached Dustin and thanked him after regaining her composure. She would currently be inside a beast if it hadn’t been for him.

“It was nothing,” Dustin responded nonchalantly. He never intended to attract attention. But he couldn’t help but intervene when he saw Dahlia in danger.

“Young man, you are undoubtedly highly skilled and courageous. You single-handedly subdued the Onyxclaw. It’s truly remarkable!” Suddenly, Seamus spoke.

“You’re too kind, Sir Mosey. My skills are nothing worth mentioning,” Dustin replied humbly.

and raised his wine glass, toasting Dustin from a distance. Dustin appeared flattered and quickly raised his glass in

was a tremendous honor.

averted a disaster. To show our sincerity, how about rewarding

I wouldn’t dare accept any rewards,” Dustin said with his head

the reward given, you definitely deserve it.” Anders smiled and

his body through Anders’ palm. The chilling energy was so faint

it would erupt. When that happened, one would either go to the extremes or, at worst, die a sudden death.

was puzzled. Why would Anders resort to such measures when they had no apparent conflict? Did his earlier actions of

The Onyxclaw had been calm the entire time. It only lost control

but it must have been the work of Anders. This man had nerves of steel to use the Onyxclaw to get rid

he really think he could defy the laws

is right. His noble actions deserve a