An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

"Bloodfiery Rampage technique—Fourth stance: the Godslayer!"

"Bloodfiery Rampage technique—Ultimate stance: the Skyfire!"

Aldric's voice boomed, echoing through the area as he declared his stances one by one. With every swing of his blade, he showcased the culmination of his lifelong training.

He understood that Dustin posed the greatest challenge he had ever faced. To have any hope of victory, Aldric resolved not to hold back. Each strike he delivered was imbued with a fierce intensity that sent waves of destructive force toward Dustin.

The spectators, gripped by fear, could feel the sheer force emanating from Aldric's attacks, even from afar.

His strength was undeniable as each swing carried an unstoppable momentum that seemed to shake the ground. It was evident to all watching that only a genius like Dustin could match him.

composed. "Your technique shows promise but lacks finesse," he remarked with a faint smile. He pointed his finger at Aldric like a sword from

fingertip. This aura, thin as a strand of hair, paled in

size, Dustin's sword aura effortlessly pierced through Aldric's defenses. Each clash resounded with explosive force as Aldric's blade aura crumbled upon impact, resembling porcelain shattering beneath a

expression changed as his composure slipped away entirely. He

a tidal wave, impossible to deny at that moment. As the last of his blade auras dissipated into nothingness, Dustin's sword aura surged forward with unrelenting momentum as

instinctively, bracing for impact. The collision between the two auras erupted into a deafening

before crashing onto the ground with a heavy thud. He coughed out

sent flying, its metallic ring piercing the air as it embedded itself in the sodden

demeanor calm and collected. His attire remained pristine, untouched