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.

here,” Grace said

as they could after preparing the tablet and were relieved

Please check on my sister. I’m afraid she’s not doing so well.”

the process. He looked angry but

I tell you not to remove

this quack doctor’s

continued, “He said your silver needles were trapping the

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

“Why you…”

face turned from red to pale with anger. But because of Aurora’s status, he didn’t dare to

Alicia’s illness. You’re the only person I can turn to,” Aurora pleaded

might have been a chance to cure her. But now,

her back from the brink,” Dustin

of death. Even with his exceptional medical skills, he dared not claim he could save

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

not about the money.” He shook his head. “I can only assure you that I’ll do everything within my capabilities to treat your sister. However, the outcome ultimately depends on her will

him. In contrast to Kenan’s

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

start treatment, Brian interjected, “Wait! Are

mind that Alicia hails from a distinguished lineage. If you make her condition