An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

After Dustin returned to the castle, he avoided alerting anyone and wrote two letters instead. He left one letter in Rufus’ study and the other in Austin’s bedroom.

Dustin considered it his unspoken farewell. He wasn’t great at expressing sentimentalities, and at times, leaving in silence was the better choice.

As dusk settled, Dustin headed straight for the southwestern desert, riding in Grace’s car. The largest desert was known as the Deadlands.

It had earned its name due to its harsh and dangerous environment. Survival seemed nearly impossible for those who mistakenly ventured within.

In spite of its dangers, the Deadlands were home to a wealth of hidden treasures, including gold mines. Hence, there were frequent expeditions from teams that risked their lives to tempt fate.

If lucky, one might stumble upon valuable treasures and become wealthy overnight. However, if luck was not on their side, the consequences could be fatal.

hundred individuals lost their lives

the grim reality, there were still continuous streams of courageous exploration teams that willingly plunged into

seasoned exploration team with a proven track

security detail amounting to over a hundred men and a convoy of more than 30

kits, sun-protective clothing, and various rescue tools. Grace had ensured an ample supply of everything that

on their journey without pause. Dustin leaned back in his seat, his gaze fixed on the moonlit sky

your mind?” Grace pulled out a bottle of

Dustin took a sip and said, “I was wondering what

are unavoidable,”

Dracan essences has circulated worldwide. It’s not only Dragonmarsh pursuing it. The allure

competitors this time will hail from different corners of the world. It won’t

preparations, you must be quite confident,

weapon, you see,”