An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

A vibrant purple sword aura zoomed through the air, racing toward Oakvale at an incredible speed. Starting at three feet, it grew an inch for every foot, rapidly expanding to over thirty feet in just a few moments.

As the sword aura moved, the sky and the ground changed colors, and thunder rumbled. It sliced through the clouds, leaving a smooth, mirror-like cut in its wake.

Growing and speeding up, the purple sword aura appeared to possess the power to reshape the very essence of reality. It instilled a bone-chilling awe in those who witnessed it.

As Seth unleashed this mighty stroke, Alaric, the second-ranked on the Astonishing World List, had wisely retreated ten miles away. The once- confident powerhouse was now sweating and panicking.

“Madman! You’re a madman! Risking soul and sanity to boost your cultivation? I won’t indulge your madness!”

the Dragon Guard, seeking refuge in the protection of vital

much of a threat. The mountain protection array, a testament to Alaric’s life’s dedication, awaited activation. It was originally designed to thwart Arion, but it would

Alaric turned around. He saw a colossal sword aura,

out the forest. Surprisingly, it was locked onto Alaric, and there was

… How is this possible?”

getting closer. In a desperate move, he raised his Inferno Fury Spear,

pierced both the barrier and Alaric’s body as it continued its trajectory toward the

two pieces, falling to the ground

were torn apart. Then, blood started to ooze out. The bloodstain quickly spread, starting from the top and making its

drip from his forehead,