An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Everyone was shocked by the scene unfolding before their eyes.

The pillar of light shooting into the sky, the enormous vortex at the center of the lake, and the receding water—all signs pointed to a major change.

The tension between the two factions was forgotten as their attention shifted toward the extraordinary phenomenon in the lake, silently hoping for the revelation of treasures.

The central vortex in the lake spun faster, expanding its reach as the receding water vanished into the vortex. In just half an hour, the lake had dried up significantly.

Finally, a palace-like structure hidden beneath the lakebed unveiled itself. The grand building was cloaked in an eerie black hue and covered in moss.

Standing in quiet majesty, it resembled a dormant ancient colossal beast, emitting an overwhelming sense of oppression.

"There really is treasure here! This is fantastic!" The sight of the palace excited everyone.

Judging by its size, the previous owner must have been incredibly wealthy, possibly even a royal family member from ancient times.

extensive

Eye intensified, signifying the presence of invaluable treasures concealed within the

half an hour, the entire lake had completely dried up, exposing a dark lakebed. At the heart of the lakebed was a massive hole with a

with its monstrous inhabitants, had been drawn into

resembled an enormous sinkhole, with the black palace standing proudly in

of animal skeletons in all shapes and

factions were drawn towards the lake from

light was so conspicuous that anyone who entered the oasis would be alerted of its

had already arrived at the scene, while others who were farther away were

the phenomenon, its sudden appearance

hour, several forces had

authorities, and even foreign entities. It was truly a diverse