An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

When Garrett slammed his hand on the table, the other martial artists stood up and expressed frustration.

"Mr. Styles, you know there's a code in the martial world. We can tolerate waiting, but leaving Elder Mason waiting like this? That's downright disrespectful."

"You're right! It doesn't matter who they are since nobody should keep us waiting like this!"

"Mr. Styles, this guest's behavior is completely unacceptable. We should just show him the door!"

The room was filled with frustration and anger.

Garrett's remarks ignited a spark while they had shown patience out of deference to the Hall of Gods. The other martial artists wasted no time in releasing their bottled-up frustration.

"It's not about disrespecting you, but it's evident that this guest lacks respect for the Hall of Gods," Garret said.

He emphasized, "He has kept us waiting well beyond the agreed-upon time. Such arrogance shouldn't be tolerated."

"Elder Mason and esteemed guests, I apologize for mishandling this matter. As a token of apology, I've prepared a gift for everyone." Hank knew explanations were futile, so he ordered his subordinates to present the prepared gifts.

A stunning array of treasures and rare artifacts were unveiled before the eager crowd.

Their eyes lit up with excitement as they gazed upon the dazzling display. Surprisingly, their earlier frustration seemed to vanish in an instant.

of acquiring a valuable treasure after just

of Gods knows how to impress. I could live off

won't find anything

doubt about it. Today's trip was totally

excitedly among

of Gods was a place of immense wealth, akin to a kingdom in its luxury. After experiencing it firsthand, it was evident that the

of working for such an institution in the future,

clear his throat when he sensed some overexcitement among the group. It was important to remind them that while the

cheerful smiles in the blink of an eye would be quite the spectacle if word got

their expressions turned serious again. However, the greed in their eyes as they

for your offer, but I must emphasize the importance of maintaining boundaries. Welcoming someone who lacks a sense of punctuality into our

maintained his serious tone

noted. Allow us another half an hour. If our tardy guest fails to appear by then, we'll proceed with our plans as intended. Is that

you," Garrett asserted firmly. Considering Hank's generosity with the treasure,

voice drifted in from outside as the

amidst yesterday's abundant troubles. How to find peace? With nothing

reeked of alcohol as he stumbled into the room with a bottle of

let this drunkard in? Kick him

room. It

drunkard hesitated briefly upon hearing that. Then, he staggered toward Lucian and took