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."

have guessed that you possess such extensive knowledge, even about a culture from a millennium

to such matters, he admitted he was

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

A genuine hero focuses on the present." Garrett modestly

being looked down on, it was finally his time to showcase

Sceptoria's script, do you reckon there's a way

approached the bronze door, gently

to

the ruby and pushed down firmly. There was a satisfying "click" as the gem sank about

of the ruby, making three turns to the left

inside. The central area began to rotate, emitting a rhythmic "clink-clink" sound that shook off specks

forth a burst of joy from

some skills!" Jackson

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