An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Hence, Elijah’s words lacked credibility. Elijah chuckled, treating them like jesters. “Even in such dire straits, the two of you refuse to give up?”

He continued, “Fine, since you insist on seeing the evidence, I’ll show you.” He raised his hand and flicked his fingers.

A golden streak shot into the sky, exploding with a resounding bang. It transformed into a myriad of golden specks, gently descending like confetti.

After a moment, rhythmic footsteps echoed from the distant end of the street. Growing louder as they approached, Atticus and Ignatius could feel the ground beneath their feet subtly vibrating.

As the footsteps advanced, the ground tremors intensified. Upon sensing this, Atticus and Ignatius felt an unsettling premonition.

what was happening, a multitude of silhouettes appeared on the horizon. The sheer

how is

the densely packed soldiers ahead, Atticus and Ignatius were dumbfounded. They had harbored a glimmer of hope, thinking Elijah’s words were just an attempt to sow fear. Now, any remaining defiance was drained

them. The

Ultimately, it was Atticus and

has three more armies, led by the Three Sovereigns, advancing rapidly

forces should already be near the castle,

only a matter of time. I

rendering the two men pale and drenched in sweat. Overwhelmed by a fragile mental state, Atticus sank to the ground

army

lost yet!” Ignatius