An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 2272

Under the intense gaze of the spectators, Thaddeus' Voidcleaver clashed with Dalen's folding fan. To be precise, Dalen's fan struck Thaddeus' blade.

A thunderous bang echoed as their weapons collided. It unleashed a powerful energy wave that radiated from the point of impact.

The shockwave swept through the surroundings, sending dust and debris flying. Spectators near the battle ring had to shield their eyes from the whirlwind of grit.

The two men were locked in a standoff on the battle ring. Dalen's folding fan, like a sword, tapped against Thaddeus's blade. One was striking downward, the other thrusting upward, creating a deadlock in midair.

The spectators were stunned.

"Whoa! He actually blocked it? What’s going on?"

"Father Savier's attack had the power of a grandmaster. It was a devastating strike, yet that pretty boy managed to counter it with finesse. Impressive!"

"Damn! How is the boy toy still alive?"

The spectators buzzed with mixed reactions. Some were shocked, some were frustrated, and others were disappointed. Most of them were dissatisfied with the outcome.

unexplained animosity toward Dalen, while others had placed heavy bets on Thaddeus, staunchly believing

the fight. Surprisingly, the underestimated Dalen possessed

Even Alicia and the others couldn't help but hold him in

Dustin had so

they understood that Dustin's belief in him was justified. Dalen

he looked at Dalen, who stood unharmed despite

thought he could kill Dalen. Yet, he didn't expect Dalen to deflect

of his blade with both hands and pressed downward with all his

slightly, and the blue light intensified. At that instant, his blade aimed directly at Dalen's neck and

all, he was an ascetic

faltered when he noticed something amiss. Despite his efforts, his blade didn't move.

strength proved greater than Thaddeus

narrowed, and

couldn't gain any

any weaknesses!" Thaddeus was undeterred

slashed horizontally toward Dalen's neck. The strike lacked overwhelming force but aimed for sheer

dodging or defending, Dalen countered fearlessly. His folding