An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Willem declared confidently, "My hands are my weapons." As he stepped forward, his fingers parted slightly, revealing sharp black nails that sprung out like blades.

Jasper, wielding a long spear, retorted, "Hmph! Looks like you haven't trimmed those nails in ages. Today, I'll give you a hand!" He wasted no time and thrust directly.

The speed was blinding, leaving only a flash of golden light visible. Willem didn't retreat but charged forward, colliding head-on with the golden spear in a crimson blur.

"You're courting death!" Jasper sneered as his spear erupted into a flurry of shadows.

In the courtyard, the dazzling light made onlookers squint. Each movement was swift, slicing through the air effortlessly.

spear shadows, tightly packed, resembled a volley of cannonballs, tearing through Willem's crimson afterimage and shredding it. The process unfolded with

"Hmph! Pathetic!" Jasper scoffed.

utterly sure that anyone daring

apologize sincerely. I exerted too much force and accidentally ended the life of the person you invited. Please forgive me,"

confirm? Did you

up in surprise, his

he'd seen moments ago now lay in tatters, descending slowly like confetti. These remnants were nothing more than

he been striking at thin air just moments

of a silver-armored guard rang out consecutively. "General! Look