An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Only Elijah remained standing after his spear completed its sweeping motion.

“You are all becoming increasingly incompetent. From now on, you need to practice diligently. Do you understand?” Elijah reprimanded the guards.

“Yes, sir!” The guards responded while on their knees.

“Alright, you can all leave now.” Elijah waved, signaling the guards to depart. Only then did he turn his attention to Austin and his entourage.

“Uncle Elijah, your spear technique is truly exceptional. No one in West Lucozia comes close. It’s admirable,” Austin said as a way of greeting.

“Your Highness, I’m certain your presence holds a purpose after such a long journey. What instructions do you have for me?” Elijah wiped himself off with a towel, “I dare not give instructions, Uncle Elijah. I come with a request,” Austin responded.

“Is this about your father?” Elijah was not surprised. It was as if he had anticipated it.

“You already know about it?” Austin raised an eyebrow.

“The Prince of West Lucozia was assassinated. How could I not know about such a significant event?” Elijah drank some tea, seemingly indifferent as he settled into his seat.

you heard about the Northern

some rumors.”

loyalty and valor, I seek your aid in the monarchy’s time of crisis,”

father’s character, I would have readily offered assistance had it been him who visited. However, as for you

merciless statement, Elijah downed his tea in one

momentarily but quickly regained his composure. He had long understood Elijah’s pride and unpredictability. That was why he had already mentally prepared

my father, I am indeed inadequate

shifted

the Rhys family

am

stand idly by while West Lucozia is in turmoil, watching the people become displaced. As long as I can calm this turbulence, I am willing to

the once idle playboy to blurt out such words.

teach you

of my heart!” Austin said with a

met you. You seemed to have changed. Elijah scrutinized him before continuing, “To be honest, before you came, Grand General Rhys had already sent me a letter. Can you guess what he said