An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Kendricks left with the disciples of Bloodfiery Legion.

Everything was back to normal, at least for now.

Once again, Dustin's unexpected performance became the center of attention.

He had gained some reputation for defeating Marco Alessandro. Now, his reputation grew stronger after he withstood Kendricks's slash without harm.

Dustin had earned a place in Sacred Wrym Summit, where all the strongest warriors were gathered, with only two battles.

"Thanks for the sword." Dustin turned and raised his hand with the sword.

The sword flew out of his hand and returned to Ruby's sheath.

Everyone was amazed.

a beautiful strike! To think you could block Kendricks' blade aura with a sword aura! Fancy

bit flattering, but he meant what he

her

Dustin was gone for good when Kendricks released the blade aura. Imagine her surprise when he could block that slash with just a sword. He

smiled so beautifully that

spectacular performance had proven that he had an eye for extraordinary warriors. And he was right about

or I might not be able to take that slash," Dustin

fact, he could take Kendricks' attack with his bare hands, but that would be too terrifying to the audience, so he borrowed Ruby's sword to cover

begun, there might still

attention might attract unnecessary trouble. Hence, he preferred to lay low,

about that!" Ruby raised her head and said proudly, "In fact,

way more solid than Kendricks' tattered blade. You're alive because you

a sword made of grimsteel.