An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

"Huh? How is this possible?"

"Weren't we just saying that the Summit Shift Divine Talisman couldn't be removed? How did he tear it off like it was nothing?"

"Well, that's unexpected! What exactly did he do?"

Everyone was dumbfounded as their eyes fixed on the talisman in Dustin's hand.

The Summit Shift Divine Talisman of Sacred Wrym Summit was revered for invincibility. Its strength was likened to a mountain, seemingly impervious to human efforts.

Any endeavor to forcibly remove it was typically met with severe backlash. It was a lesson Laurel and Willow had painfully learned from their previous attempts.

Yet, Dustin effortlessly tearing the talisman off went against all expectations. It was truly baffling.

Ruby asked, "Wait, what just happened? It was torn off just like that? Looks like the Summit Shift Divine Talisman you mentioned wasn't that impressive."

She was bewildered. She had believed in the talisman's invincibility, but now, her faith seemed misplaced.

Dalen's mouth twitched, and he was momentarily at a loss for words.

The power of the Divine Talisman was unquestionable.

Aside from the disciples of Sacred Wrym Summit, only two scenarios could explain how someone else could effortlessly remove it.

Either the person tearing it was far stronger than the one who made it, or they were well-versed in Pathfinder techniques.

There simply wasn't any other plausible explanation.

If Dustin could effortlessly tear off the talisman without receiving a backlash, then it strongly hinted at his mastery of Pathfinder techniques.

techniques were closely guarded secrets not

wondered where Dustin acquired

is so strong. Tearing off that talisman like it's nothing?

seemed like Dustin wasn't

we've underestimated Mr. Rhys. I'm confident he'll make a splash in the Combat Tournament." Crystal's face

realized she couldn't match up to talents like Dustin's. All she could do now

is mine now, right?" Dustin held the talisman in

world sure hides some talent." Caleb chuckled as he recovered from his

continued, "I wasn't itching to sign up for this tournament, but you've piqued my curiosity. I hope to meet you in the battle

I'll be waiting

it a night and head back," Caleb said, stretching before leaving. He seemed completely at

after Caleb. Though they couldn't quite comprehend Dustin's techniques, they sensed something

an air of nonchalance. So, when he displayed genuine interest in someone for the first time, it caught the disciples off

of him considering participation in the Combat Tournament was

I didn't expect that from you. Pretty impressive!" Quincy exclaimed. A glint of admiration shone in

picked up. It's nothing to brag about," Dustin said with a faint

being too modest. If what you just did was ordinary, then I must be way behind," Quincy said, shaking his

death. But as you can see, it has nothing to do with me." Dustin spread his hands

expression froze momentarily before nodding. "Of course, Elder Wood's death was purely accidental. The Celestial Alliance is rational and fair. We won't blame an

"Mr. Douglas!"

he swiftly raised his hand to silence them. "Everyone here saw clearly that Elder Wood was killed by a beast. Do

not." The man immediately lowered his head. He

didn't make sense since he hadn't committed murder. He simply didn't intervene to save a

Wood's body away and give him a proper burial!" Quincy

forward and carried Acheron's headless body

you for your help tonight. I have some matters to attend to, so I'll