An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Grace held the Spirit Core in her hands, and her face lit up with joy. As she looked at it, a small white snake swam within the Spirit Core.

On closer inspection, the snake had dual horns on its head and razor-sharp claws on its belly—a clear sign of a dragon's transformation. It was this transformation that convinced her it was the Dracan essence.

Dustin noted her expression and sighed with relief, saying, "Looks like the trip wasn't in vain after all."

The guidance from the Celestial Eye turned out to be accurate, leading them to discover a hidden treasure. The Dracan essence was concealed within the Spirit Core, a find made possible by the Celestial Eye.

"Ms. Linsor, this treasure is stunning! What is it?" Sophia asked, her curiosity evident in her smile.

She wasn't foolish, but she observed that even the rare and precious Soul Elixir failed to evoke a response from Grace and Dustin.

The pearl clearly held greater value than the Soul Elixir.

born from the fusion of Soul Elixir. It's what I'm

substance gradually formed through the condensation of the Soul Elixir. She chose not to disclose the truth about the Dracan essence, skillfully

more valuable than Soul Elixir? What makes this treasure special?" Sophia asked with sparkling

liquid form, whereas the Spirit Core is a solid. The core was created through the concentration and condensation

for cultivation.

smile, stated, "Oh, really? I find this treasure intriguing. Would you mind lending it

item serves a greater purpose for me, so I can't lend

a wooden box and

hint of greed, a detail that Grace effortlessly picked up. When it came to the destiny of the nation, Grace wasn't willing to take any risks by entrusting the Dracan essence