An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

"Hey! Are you crazy? We agreed to sort out the trouble, and now you're only making it worse!" Ruby exploded after hearing Dustin's words.

They had put a lot of effort into helping Dustin with his problem, but now he seemed completely indifferent. Despite everyone's efforts, he was adamant about not giving in to Kendricks and even seemed prepared to face him directly.

Dustin's actions left her feeling frustrated. She also realized that if Kendricks got upset, they wouldn't stand a chance against him.

"Hey, kid! Do you have any idea who you're talking to?" Kendricks narrowed his eyes with a hint of menace creeping into his gaze. He had expected boldness, but Dustin's audacity caught him off guard.

"I know who you are. But I want to reiterate that Aldric's death isn't on me, regardless of what you think," Dustin replied calmly, showing no signs of backing down.

"Okay, fine!" Kendricks suddenly chuckled, his smile sending shivers.

and the others as he spoke. "I admire your guts, kid. For the sake of the Sword Union, I'm willing to offer you a chance. If you can take one strike from me and live, I'll let

wasn't much of a concern

all, a chance to avoid things getting uglier. But

you could finish me with just one strike?"

with scum like you, a single strike is all it takes," Kendricks

see what you've

Kendricks is no pushover," Dalen whispered behind

List guys are no joke. You can't take them

"Anyway, give it your all, and don't hold back. Just endure that

if he could

Dustin reassured with