An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

At night, Deadlands was very cold, with a bitingly cold wind that stung the face. In the morning, it would become extremely hot, like a fire pit. If a person cracked an egg on a rock, it’d be cooked in a minute.

The average person wouldn’t be able to endure the extreme weather in Deadlands. They’d only be barely surviving, even with enough resources. The real test was on one’s determination and the ability to endure stress.

Dustin, Grace, and the rest of the team moved steadily forward, following Ryan’s map. They walked from night till morning and vice versa.

Due to their group size, the team wasn’t going very fast. The good thing was that Grace had prepared everything well in advance, and the team consisted of only the elites in their own trade. They were able to resolve any trouble that they ran into quickly.

As night descended, Grace instructed the team to set up camp when she found a suitable spot.

They had been traveling for quite a long time, and everyone was physically and mentally exhausted. They needed a good rest tonight to re-energize.

When the tents were all set up, Grace ordered the chefs to prepare dinner.

chefs and a dozen kitchen helpers, quickly got busy preparing dinner. The team of around a hundred people waited eagerly for dinner to

Deadlands had been tough. However, it was amazing to be able to enjoy

tents, Dustin, Grace, Garett, and a few others sat around the table after dinner to discuss their next steps. Due to the cold, they even

been smooth

we should reach the border of

frequent at the border. Therefore, we still have to be very careful.” Garett pointed to

the information, Captain Wilder. Please rest well.” Grace

and glanced at Dustin, who remained in the tent. Although

you sleep here tonight. I have already prepared the mattress on the floor

Dustin was stunned. “I don’t think it’s right for a man and a woman to be

“Besides, you’re my bodyguard. It’s your job to protect me at all times.

Dustin’s mouth twitched, and he was speechless for