An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Your Highness?” Cinna kneeled on the ground, observing the frosty Dustin with mixed feelings. Cinna felt joy at the sight of Dustin but also carried a profound sense of guilt.

When the Black Dragon Army ambushed Cinna, he realized the dire state of the Dragon Guard. As anticipated, a retaliatory scheme ensued, resulting in the destruction of the Dragon Guard’s base and the death of Reagan.

Yet now, Cinna found himself in captivity. Surprisingly, he bore no grudges. Instead, a feeling of relief swept over him.

Despite being a part of the Dragon Guard, West Lucozia had been his home for countless years, with many individuals becoming like family.

His actions, often driven by necessity, had led to an ongoing internal conflict. His current situation seemed like a fitting consequence.

“Cinna, I bet this isn’t how you saw things playing out. Reagan didn’t make it, and neither did your plan. What do you have to say now?” Dustin said coldly.

“I have no words in the presence of defeat. If you decide to proceed with my execution, I’ll accept it. My only wish is that you spare the innocent,” Cinna pleaded.

you think you have the right to negotiate with me?” Dustin replied

death, but my wife and daughter are innocent.

Cinna pleaded,

sins. Do you honestly think your family can escape unharmed after committing such heinous acts?” Dustin remained

make amends.” Cinna bowed desperately,

any service you may

well -being. His primary focus was safeguarding his family. The betrayal and

I’d like to hear how you plan to do that. How will you serve me?” Dustin inquired. Cinna lowered his head and said, “The Dragon Guard boasts

three treasuries hold immense riches amassed over many decades, akin to

prepared to disclose the whereabouts of all three treasuries,

raised an eyebrow,

could acquire it,

deal to me. I believe it’s justifiable to exchange a handful of inconsequential

is true, I can consider sparing your

Your Highness!”