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."

and a sincere compliment, "Who would have guessed that

it came to such matters, he

brilliant archaeology prodigy before founding the Black Scorpion Squad. His expertise in the history of various

hero focuses on the present." Garrett modestly dismissed the praise,

looked down on, it

do you reckon there's a way to unlock this door?"

Garrett approached the bronze door, gently

to opening the door is this ruby-like gem that

then placed his hand on the ruby and pushed down firmly. There was a satisfying "click" as the gem sank

then took hold of the ruby, making three turns to

twists, the bronze door had activated some mechanism inside. The central area began to rotate, emitting a rhythmic "clink-clink" sound that shook off

burst of joy from everyone

you've got some skills!" Jackson

that explosives couldn't budge on, he made it seem like a