An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Traitor?” Dustin raised an eyebrow at the unexpected revelation. Although a similar notion had crossed his path before, the urgency in Donovan’s voice gave the matter newfound significance.

“Abbot Lumen…” Dustin pressed, ” Who’s this supposed traitor?”

“The culprit is none other than General Reston Rever, a key figure under your father’s command,” Donovan disclosed.

“Uncle Reston? That can’t be right! Didn’t he sacrifice himself?” Dustin’s face displayed disbelief. Reston Rever, a loyal general in his father’s service, stood as a brother-in- arms, sharing the trials of life and death.

A decade ago, Reston, who led the guard during their arrival in the capital, successfully foiled numerous assassination attempts. His bravery became even more evident during the Aylka Rebellion when he courageously guided Dustin and Alba out of the city, eventually sacrificing himself in a heroic act.

How could someone so gallant and virtuous turn out to be a traitor?

However, after a thorough investigation, all signs pointed to

Regarding his alleged sacrifice, it was a staged event. I had the body examined later, and

Rever? He’s

within him. He could handle being manipulated, even enduring ambushes. But the betrayal from someone within his trusted circle was unforgivable. Reston, a mentor-like figure, had imparted

have imagined that someone as honorable and loyal as Reston

any information about Reston’s current location?”

not aware.” Donovan shook his head and continued, “He might’ve adopted a new identity to stay hidden. But his

I’ll be on the lookout for him,” Dustin replied, his expression darkening

the pertinent information. My advice is to proceed cautiously. The Dragon Guard is formidable,

Dragon Guard, standing strong for a century, wielded immense power. Besides the formidable warriors within, their affiliated

heads-up. I know what needs to be done.” Dustin nodded respectfully. “I

godspeed,” Donovan replied with a

something terrible is

depart, the round -faced monk rushed in with an