An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“You knew object manipulation arts? Who the heck are you?”

Rowan furrowed his brow. He assumed a stance that indicated that he was confronting a formidable adversary.

The art of object manipulation was one of the Eight Miraculous Arts. It was an exceptionally rare skill beyond the reach of ordinary martial artists. Typically, those proficient in this art controlled one or two weapons at most. However, Dustin’s ability to manipulate dozens of blades simultaneously was unheard of, making it evident that he was no ordinary opponent.

“You don’t even qualify to ask for my name,” Dustin retorted coldly.

“Being a former captain of the Black Dragon Army and now working as a lackey here, you’ve truly brought shame to the Black Dragon Army.”

“Shut up! Who do you think you are? How dare you dictate to me? Even if you’re skilled in object manipulation arts, so what? Countless extraordinary individuals have died under my blade, and today will be no exception. Prepare to die!”

Rowan was furious and embarrassed. He drew his sword.

the resources provided by the Vern family, Rowan was now halfway to becoming a

“Ignorant fool!”

snorted and pointed his finger into

shot out and pierced

“Ah!” Rowan screamed.

tumble, as though he was struck mid- air. A fist-sized hole appeared between his chest

“Huh?”

of the Black Dragon Army and a top enforcer for the Vern family, had been defeated with

you be so strong? Are you a grandmaster martial artist?” Rowan asked shakily as he clutched

martial artist masters. But individuals as young as Dustin who reached the level of a grandmaster were extremely rare. Such prodigies were usually either intensely cultivated by the military,

last time-where is

Dustin’s eyes remained cold.

directed his gaze

looking at me? He’s asking you!” Russo,

men had arrived, Russo had thought victory was assured. In the blink of an eye, Rowan, along with the Vern family guards, now