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.

kindness. We offered you special privileges and nurtured you. And yet, you’ve conspired with outsiders to betray

among them, she had never

were like the

to the guild with me and come clean to Master Alloy. If you sincerely confess your mistakes, there’s a chance he might show you mercy and spare your life, given our years of friendship,”

to the guild?” 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

me to a lifetime of imprisonment. If I return with you,

options. So, don’t force me to take action on you.” Fenley’s expression was devoid

was ready to subdue Brian if he tried to resist

you can catch me? In your dream!” Brian clenched his teeth. Then,

out, Fenley!”

dodge but struck with his palm. His

behind Alicia, and his hand gripped her throat. He threatened, “Fenley! Make one

He quickly withdrew his hand and shouted, “Let Alicia

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

everyone! If anyone tries to come closer, I’ll take her down

was ready to take action but froze in fear upon hearing that.