An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

The sudden emergence of numerous forces disrupted Yonah's plans completely.

"It's getting more lively." Aidan raised an eyebrow and finally leaped down from the tree. It seemed like he couldn't stay aloof any longer.

"Jackson, it's getting chaotic here. Let's hold back for now and let them battle it out.

"We'll capitalize on the situation once they engage in their deadly struggles," Sophia whispered as she huddled next to Jackson.

Given her current predicament, a direct confrontation with these forces would lead her nowhere. Unwilling to give up, she could only hope for the right opportunity to gain some of the treasures.

"I understand. Stand behind me later. I'll make sure to protect you!" Jackson promised.

The combined forces of the Embersteel Order and Harmony Sect were merely a few people, making them relatively weak. Engaging the stronger forces head-on was clearly unwise at the moment.

"Brothers! There's treasure here! Let's go grab it!" Suddenly, someone shouted, breaking the tense standoff.

Two forces simultaneously sprang into action, leaping into the lakebed and charging towards the palace from both sides.

that they aimed to seize the opportunity

meant leaving empty-handed. Naturally, those lacking patience found it hard to

With the first two forces taking the lead,

waves of forces surged forward, making a beeline for the

to grab whatever they could. Staying idle meant risking

treasure, all

an effortless reward, the current

if they all seized the treasures and fled,

the treasures!" After a brief moment of hesitation, Yonah

follow me!" Bran closely trailed

a move as well. Otherwise, it'll be too late," Garrett urged, anxious about

taken, their efforts would

let them fight among themselves first," Grace

calm. The more anxious they were, the more likely things would

understand that you're trying to take advantage of what's