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.

busy preparing dinner. The team of around a hundred people waited

amazing to be able to enjoy a delicious meal and have some wine when

few others sat around the table after dinner to discuss their next steps. Due to the cold, they even had a bonfire

smooth sailing for us till

we should reach the border of the

please be reminded that sandstorms are frequent at the border. Therefore, we still have to be very careful.” Garett pointed to the map on the table with his finger and gave everyone a simple

for the information, Captain Wilder. Please rest

Garett nodded slightly and glanced at Dustin, who remained in the tent. Although he

here tonight. I have already prepared the mattress on the floor for you,” Grace said suddenly

“I don’t think it’s right for a man and a woman

won’t eat you.” Grace rolled her eyes. “Besides, you’re my bodyguard. It’s your job to protect me at all times. I am just a weak woman. What if something

Dustin’s mouth twitched, and he was speechless for a