An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Willem's attack came swiftly, and its speed surprised Jasper.

A blur of movement, a flash of crimson, and suddenly, a chill crept up Jasper's arms. He glanced down, only to find his arm guards cracked, and blood seeped out.

The clang of metal hitting the ground echoed as his spear fell, followed by the crisp sound of his arms hitting the floor.

"What?"

His eyes widened in shock as he gazed upon his severed limbs. He couldn't believe what he was seeing. With a surge of disbelief, he slowly lifted the two severed parts, blood spurting from the wounds, each drop adding to his agony.

"Ah!"

After a moment of silence, Jasper's piercing scream shattered the calm. It echoed hauntingly like a ghostly wail.

abilities, Jasper was completely defenseless. With his arms

His figure, drenched in blood, resembled a demon emerging

ground. His legs scrambled backward in a desperate attempt

closer!" he pleaded desperately, his voice tinged with thinly veiled threats. "I'm a high-ranking general of Glorian! If you dare to kill

see how Glorian plans to retaliate," Willem

extended his tongue to lick the blood off his nails. "Your blood is delicious. I can't wait to suck you

you dare kill me, Glorian will stop at

Willem chuckled darkly. With eyes glowing a deeper red, he slowly

Jasper's cries for help echoed as he

Quickly! Kill this monster!"

distress, the remaining silver-armored guards abandoned their defensive formation. They dropped their shields and raised their spears as they charged

collective roar filled the air as