An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

After tending to the wounds of the injured members of the Black Scorpion Squad, their combat abilities and mobility were severely impacted due to the loss of their arm.

Even simple self-defense became a challenge.

Grace surveyed the wounded squad members before turning her gaze to Garrett. “Captain Wilder, should I arrange the return of our injured team members?”

Since they had just entered the oasis, she could still assist the wounded in returning. Yet, if they opted to press forward, there would be no turning back.

“Captain, we’re fine! Just lost an arm, no big deal!”

“Yeah, we’ve faced worse. This injury means nothing to us.”

“Captain, trust us. We can pull off the mission without a hitch!”

Facing the prospect of returning, the injured members of the Black Scorpion Squad reassured Garrett promptly.

They understood that going back meant giving up the treasures the others would obtain in the oasis.

Although the mission promised a good reward, dividing it among the team didn’t give them enough money for retirement. This was especially tough for those missing a limb.

So, to ensure a stable future in their later years, they had to collect more treasures. With this goal in mind, they were determined not to be dismissed.

Garrett affirmed, “Ms. Linsor, my team consists of experienced individuals who fully understand the risks involved, including the possibility of losing their lives.

“They’ve dealt with tough situations before, and these minor injuries won’t slow them down. I promise that they won’t be a liability.”

He fully grasped the sentiments of his injured comrades. Although the oasis was dangerous, it held a trove of treasures.

with them. With a rare chance for wealth, they couldn’t afford to

thought of

succeeded in the mission, they would retire comfortably with sufficient funds. At that critical juncture, no one was

call. If there’s nothing else, let’s keep moving.” Grace

interfering. Before leaving, she instructed her subordinates to gather materials and post a sign cautioning

the hands of future explorers to

their journey with heightened caution. No one

darkened, bringing a bone-chilling

set up immediately to ensure safety, complete with defensive structures to

quickly cleared the surroundings and

perimeter, a trench was dug to hold kerosene as a defensive measure. If

of ordinary beasts, the mysterious nature of the

tents for warmth. Only

chirping birds, roaring beasts, tremors in the earth, and other peculiar sounds.

of the oasis, exposing more than their daytime

and Grace sat across from each other inside the tent. They were warming up by

pick up on anything?” She was the one to

see through illusions and break spells but also served for treasure hunting. The Celestial Eye would respond when

stating, “It senses a faint response in both the southeast and northwest,

treasure.

need

Grace nodded.

happen in a day. However, considering the