An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

"Even Master Howler is here. It looks like we'll be leaving empty-handed."

"Plans don't always unfold the way we want."

"I thought we could forge ahead, but now it appears surrendering is our only option."

Everyone shook their heads and let out collective sighs.

Damien's reputation preceded him as one of the top elite in the southwest, and his status seemed unmatched. Despite Dustin being a young grandmaster, everyone thought he would be powerless in the presence of such top-tier individuals, considering the significant gap that exists between grandmasters.

Dustin raised an eyebrow. "The master of the Drakes Dominion Order, right? You're the top elite in the southwest, often referred to as the peak level of martial arts?"

While observing Damien's presence, Dustin sensed that he was likely in the late stages of being a grandmaster. Undoubtedly, Damien's strength positioned him as a regional overlord.

be among the top elite,

in his eyes. As the leader of the top five ultimate grandmasters in the Southwest, he hadn't faced a worthy opponent in

to engage in a match with

your provocation doesn't faze me. Possessions like these naturally fall

squinted and asked, "So,

flashed a smile. "If you're up for negotiating, it's definitely doable.

I make you the deputy master, but you'll also have the freedom to pick any

were caught off guard, and even the members of the Frostwing Sect were left bewildered. Damien's unexpectedly generous offer

second only to the master. It commanded respect, even from senior elders

expectations by allowing Dustin to choose treasures freely.

How can a kid like him become our deputy