An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

"Earth, Water, Air, Fire, and Aether? Cool names." Dustin casually complimented. He never expected Dalen, with his status, to be the Evil Quintet's senior member.

"You're giving me too much credit. I thought of these names on the spot," Dalen said with a slight smile. With his fair and delicate face, he looked quite charming.

"Hey! Why are you sitting at Dalen's table? Who do you think you are?" Pyro asked aggressively and slammed the table.

He hated men who looked more handsome than him, especially ones like Dustin. The longer he stared at Dustin, the more annoyed Pyro became. He even wished he could disfigure Dustin.

"Talking to me?" Dustin asked, pointing at himself.

"Who else? Anyone else around?" Pyro sneered, lifting his chin arrogantly.

"You're Pyro, right? Did you just eat something nasty? Your breath is awful. Can you please freshen up? You're grossing everyone out." Dustin waved his hand in front of his nose, looking disgusted.

burst into laughter upon hearing that. It was the first time she had seen someone talk

you have a death wish?" Pyro became furious. Without uttering a word,

"So rude!"

"How dare you!"

Dustin made a move, Laurel and Willow sprang into action. With one on the left and the

creating a fierce wind. The force behind the kicks

quickly withdrew his fists,

kicks hit Pyro's

impact forced the twin sisters back three steps, while Pyro emerged without a scratch. Dealing with a two-on-one challenge and still prevailing showcased Pyro's

not good enough!"

short ax from his waist and swung at Dustin. Although the strike wasn't fatal, it was enough to