An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Exactly! Cinna took one misstep, and this is where it led him. His choices ultimately sealed his fate. Unlike someone in this room who still has a shot at redemption,” Austin remarked, casting a meaningful glance in Julius’ direction.

Rufus actively discouraged killing their own kin, and Julius was Austin’s uncle. Without these circumstances, the consequences of Julius’ rebellion would have been severe, even without significant losses.

Not even Julius’ death would have sufficed to alleviate the gravity of his actions.

Julius cleared his throat, sensing the intensity of Austin’s stare. Then, he quickly changed the subject. “Logan, these three treasuries are incredibly valuable with high stakes. So, how do you plan to deal with it?”

“Of course, we’re bringing everything back to West Lucozia. Did you think we’d just leave it for anyone to grab?” Austin said, rolling his eyes.

“We shouldn’t hog all three treasuries, “Dustin said, shaking his head.

He continued, “Taking down the Dragon Guard wasn’t just our doing. We had some outside help this time, and the benefits should be shared among everyone.”

seriously?” Julius exclaimed, a mix of surprise and excitement in his

Guard’s vaults hold decades’ worth of treasures, enough to sustain a nation. This is an incredible opportunity, and you’re considering sharing it? Just what are

time, wiping out the Dragon Guard was a remarkable accomplishment for Julius. It might even score him

the more perks he’d get. Of course, he

more important,” Dustin said calmly. “They came all the way to assist us. If we hoard the

understand, but do we have to share everything with them? Maybe just throw them

you have any concerns, Uncle Julius, you can pass them on to Rufus and see how he deals with it,” Dustin

never encountered someone so naive as to

shouldn’t judge others by our own standards. Logan’s way of thinking is unique. It’s not comparable to the usual mindset,” Austin said, fully backing Dustin’s decision

closed the wooden

jewels held no value-they were merely material possessions. He believed the

maps, handing one to Adam and

meaning of this, buddy?” Adam looked puzzled, examining the treasure

treasure map. Since there are three of us, we each get our hands on one of those treasuries,” Dustin

treasures like it’s no big deal?” Adam’s eyes widened

the Dragon Guard, things wouldn’t have gone