An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

At the Celestial Alliance’s Lakeshore Villa, Alicia lay unconscious on the bed. Her breathing was growing weaker by the minute.

Aurora and Brian were pacing anxiously by her side while Kenan, drenched in sweat, worked frantically.

Kenan was using his Styx Passage technique to prolong Alicia’s life, but it was barely making a difference. It could only delay her death, but it couldn’t improve her condition.

If Alicia died, he knew his own life might be forfeit as well.

“How is she, Dr. Quake? How is Alicia doing?” Brian couldn’t hold back his worry as he saw Kenan struggling.

“I’m doing my best… I’m still trying…” Kenan replied, wiping his brow. He was so nervous that his hands trembled.

If the patient were from an ordinary household, he could just say he did his best and move on.

But Aurora had made it clear that if Alicia didn’t survive, neither would he. The pressure was intense, and fear was a constant companion. All he could do was try his hardest to keep Alicia alive a little longer.

“Martha, why aren’t Faith and Dr. Rhys here yet? It’s been so long!” Aurora asked impatiently, glancing at the time.

“They should be here soon. I’ll call and check again,” Martha said. She nervously pulled out her phone and dialed Grace’s number.

Before the call was connected, two people walked into the villa.

need to call. We’re already here,” Grace

the tablet and were relieved they made it

here. Please check on my sister. I’m afraid she’s not doing so well.” Aurora skipped the pleasantries as she

in the process. He looked angry but

immediately frowned. “Didn’t I tell you not

quack

accusingly at Kenan and continued, “He said your silver needles were trapping the poison in Alicia’s

condition deteriorated. And now, he’s unable to save her. He’s nothing but

“Why you…”

pale with anger. But because of Aurora’s status, he didn’t dare to retort

you said earlier you had a way to cure Alicia’s illness. You’re the only person I can turn to,” Aurora

you hadn’t removed the needles, there might have been a chance to cure her. But now, the voodoo

from the brink,” Dustin

that moment, Alicia appeared to be teetering on the brink of death. Even with

Rhys, please think of something. Money won’t be an issue. Just save my sister, please! I

his head. “I can only assure you that I’ll do everything within my capabilities to treat

further questioning him. In contrast to Kenan’s arrogance,

step aside.” Dustin gestured for the people by the bed to

prepared to start treatment, Brian interjected, “Wait! Are you sure

mind that Alicia hails from a distinguished lineage. If you make her condition worse, there’ll be