An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Fenley’s recording captured every word between Brian and Hank, the god of the Hall of Gods, including their elaborate schemes, with remarkable clarity.

Upon hearing that, Alicia and Aurora were stunned as their eyes widened in disbelief.

Brian felt as if he had been hit by lightning, which left him rooted to the spot. He didn’t expect his conversation with Hank from the previous night to be recorded.

He briefly entertained the idea that Hank might have betrayed him. But he quickly dismissed it, considering their shared interests and Hank’s lack of motive for betrayal.

Brian’s expression alternated between worry and panic. Alongside his confusion, he was flooded with alarm. With the proof of his betrayal revealed, he pondered his next course of action.

“So, what do you have to say now?” Fenley asked coldly.

Celestial Alliance had been suspecting Brian’s unusual behavior and had preemptively installed a bug on him, just in case. It turned out their suspicions were correct when they discovered Brian’s collusion with the Hall of Gods-a blatant betrayal toward their guild.

“Brian, I can’t believe you set me up.”

Alicia looked at him incredulously. We’ve practically grown up together and I even treated you like a brother. I don’t understand why you’d do such a thing?”

“I…” Brian was at a loss for words.

nothing but kindness. We offered you special privileges and nurtured you. And yet, you’ve conspired with outsiders to betray us. You’re

had suspected a traitor among them, she had never doubted him because of their strong, decade-

the recording earlier had shattered her trust in him. His actions were like the adage, “You may know someone’s face, but

mistakes, there’s a chance he

Brian’s eyes twitched with a momentary gleam of aggression. “After all that has happened, how could I return? Betraying the guild means facing either death or

a lifetime of

don’t force me to take action on you.”

internal energy coalesced in his palm. He was ready to subdue

catch me? In your dream!” Brian clenched his teeth.

Fenley!” Alicia’s expression

palm. His powerful internal energy swiftly dispersed the

and his hand gripped her throat. He threatened, “Fenley! Make one move, and I’ll

withdrew his hand and shouted, “Let Alicia go. You’re only

let myself be killed?” Brian’s face contorted with

Alicia captive, he retreated cautiously. “Back off, everyone! If anyone tries to come closer, I’ll take her down with

action but froze in fear upon hearing that. While they might disregard the lives of others,