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.

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

the edge, the thought of retirement had

would retire comfortably with sufficient funds. At that critical juncture, no one was prepared to give up after having come so

let’s keep moving.” Grace kept her words

refrained from interfering. Before leaving, she instructed her subordinates to gather materials and

was now in the hands of future

the earlier incident, the group resumed their journey with heightened caution. No one dared to touch anything along the

sky darkened, bringing a bone-chilling cold and a cutting wind that made

set up immediately to ensure safety, complete

a large team, they quickly cleared the surroundings and

kerosene as a defensive measure. If necessary, they could quickly

elite warriors unafraid of ordinary beasts, the mysterious nature of the oasis demanded extra

in their tents for warmth. Only two patrol teams stayed, circling

birds, roaring beasts, tremors in the earth, and other peculiar sounds. This lively atmosphere was a stark contrast to the daytime silence,

of the oasis, exposing more than their daytime experiences had

inside the tent. They were warming up by

Eye pick up on anything?” She was the one to break the silence and initiate

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

stating, “It senses a faint response in both the southeast and northwest, but it’s not obvious.

faint response might suggest either a considerable distance or just a regular treasure. The Celestial Eye wouldn’t respond to

like we need to

Grace nodded.

happen in a day. However, considering the situation, the sooner they finished the mission,