An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Aldric grunted and staggered. The force of the impact almost caused him to lose hold of his blade.

He looked down at his shoulder and saw a bloody hole, feeling the warmth of blood seeping through his raincoat. The rain mixed with the blood as it trickled down, creating a chilling sight.

A water droplet turned into a sword that effortlessly breached his defenses, showcasing Dustin's unexpected strength. It was more than Aldric had bargained for.

"Nice shot!" Miles cheered after seeing Aldric wounded. He felt his pride was redeemed after the previous humiliation.

"Hmph! You're tough, but one strike from Dustin, and you're reeling. Looks like the so-called tough disciples of the Bloodfiery Legion aren't living up to their reputation." Ruby scoffed, her tone laced with mockery.

"Ruby, don't underestimate those Bloodfiery Legion members," Dalen cautioned, his gaze steady.

He continued, "Once they're in the thick of battle, they only get tougher, especially when wounded. They'll push their martial arts skills to the brink and flip the tables on you."

added gravely.

of the Bloodfiery Legion were relentless

got me fired up,"

it down. Immediately, a surge of wild energy

bulged, his veins throbbed, and his bones shifted with audible cracks. He stood taller and exuded

show you the full might of the Bloodfiery Legion!" Aldric announced. With a deep breath,

closed. Then mist, glowing with a fiery hue, began

snapped open, and his body was enveloped in a crimson glow. He soared into the air like an eagle, pausing briefly before

crimson blade aura sliced through the rain with immense force,

firm as he spun the umbrella in his hand. Like bullets, countless water droplets shot through the air, relentlessly pelting Aldric's