An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chester wouldn't have dared to act recklessly without the Tranqurin.

Now that they had this precious bottle in hand and the support of numerous highly skilled fighters from the Embersteel Order and Harmony Sect, it would be enough to take Dustin and his group down.

"After we succeed, we'll split the spoils evenly between our sects. What do you think?" Bertha asked with a smile.

"No problem!" Chester agreed readily.

Naturally, he wouldn't refuse such a good opportunity where they would only need to take the smallest risk to gain the greatest benefit.

"Wait!" Jackson, who was standing behind them, suddenly spoke up.

"Master Newberry, Dustin and Ms. Linsor were once our partners. We're also indebted to them. I don't think it's appropriate to plot against them."

Jackson always had a clear sense of morality and gratitude. If it weren't for Dustin and Grace's protection throughout their journey in the Deadlands, they would have been long dead, let alone acquire treasure.

He found their actions despicable for repaying kindness with enmity upon leaving the Deadlands.

"Why would it be inappropriate? They're strangers to us. Nothing we do would be considered extreme."

Chester added with righteousness, "Besides, the martial world is inherently a survival of the fittest. They greedily hoarded so many treasures and don't have the means to keep them safe anyway.

"Even if we don't act, other forces would covet them. Those forces might even resort to violence. We only seek their treasures, not their life. We are already doing them a favor."

"But Master, you've taught us to be upright and to have a clear conscience from a young age. Look at our actions now. How are we any different from those despicable people?" Jackson argued reasonably.

"How dare you!" Chester flew into a rage and slapped Jackson.

He yelled, "You've gotten bolder after traveling around for a few days. How dare you talk back to me? Have you lost all respect for me?"

the truth."

was furious and raised his hand

is still young

hasn't seen me in a while, and now he

try

gave Chester a knowing look and smiled at Jackson. "Jackson, the martial arts world is not as simple as you

at strengthening your

their current standing, and your master has shouldered a significant

the chief disciple and the future leader of Embersteel Order, you should be more understanding of

pave the way for you and the development of your sect. I hope you understand the intentions behind his

we complete this operation, we'll thoroughly prepare for your wedding with Sophia, solidifying your union as a

share of the treasures acquired this time as Sophia's dowry. You won't refuse, will

loss for words, unsure of how to

liked Sophia and couldn't wait to get married to her, his firm conviction beginning to

my sake and the sake of our sects, can't you

to say something but ultimately chose to

don't say anything, I'm assuming you agree!" Sophia pushed her

choose not to participate in

I'll be taking my leave!" Jackson bowed slightly and left

himself to go against his principles and engage

he's going to have a difficult journey

bloodshed, he wouldn't understand the dangers of the

the time to get to know each other better. After

Sophia