An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Despite employing a substantial amount of explosives, the bronze door remained impervious, showcasing its exceptional durability. Even sheer brute force proved ineffective.

Grace, with a slight furrow in her brow, suggested, "Search for mechanisms or anything that might assist us."

"Got it!" The envoy team leader promptly responded, directing his team to explore. Despite an extensive search within the grand hall, they discovered nothing.

"Ms. Linsor," Garrett interjected. "Save your efforts. The solution to open this bronze door is right here."

Grace turned around, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. "Oh? Captain Wilder, do you recognize the symbols on the door?"

"I've been on quite the journey, exploring historical sites and immersing myself in the study of intriguing symbols for many years. It's become second nature to me." Garrett proudly shared.

He walked forward confidently and added, "If I'm not mistaken, this underwater palace was built by the ruler of Sceptoria a thousand years ago.

"Those tadpole-like symbols on it represent the written language of Sceptoria."

a sincere compliment, "Who would have guessed that you possess such

to such matters, he admitted he

our captain was a brilliant archaeology prodigy before founding the Black Scorpion Squad.

focuses on the present." Garrett modestly

down on, it was finally his time

script, do you reckon there's a way to unlock

bronze door, gently running his fingers

looks like the key to opening the door

firmly. There was a satisfying "click" as the gem sank about an

three turns to the left and three turns

activated some mechanism inside. The central area began to rotate, emitting a rhythmic "clink-clink" sound that shook

sight brought forth a burst of joy from everyone

got some skills!"

budge on, he made it seem like