An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Hmm?” Crystal frowned as she watched the strands of hair flutter down from above.

Aurora’s unexpected Boomerang Slash had caught Crystal off guard. She had narrowly avoided a hit by quickly ducking her head.

If she had been just a bit slower, it wouldn’t have been just her hair but possibly her head.

Despite Aurora’s young age, her skills were impressive. This realization prompted Crystal to approach the situation with greater caution.

“Quick reflexes,” Aurora commented as she smoothly retrieved her weapon with a flick of her wrist.

The technique she had just executed was a signature move of her own creation. It was challenging for anyone encountering it for the first time. The fact that Crystal had managed to evade it just in time disappointed her.

“Your technique is decent but lacks refinement,” Crystal remarked coldly.

If Aurora’s earlier move had been more precise, she might not have evaded so easily.

“Really? Let’s see if you can handle this! “Aurora snorted and charged at Crystal again. She hurled her dual blades and spun them toward Crystal with increased speed and force.

a thin steel wire attached to the

the same trick again?” Crystal narrowed her eyes. Her sword lunged forward like a serpent and aimed

Crystal deftly intercepted

if anticipating the move, Aurora flipped her palms and pulled. The dual blades circled her before accelerating toward Crystal with increased velocity. At the same

from her palms could instantly dislocate and incapacitate her opponent’s shoulders, rendering them unable to continue

relentless assault forced Crystal

evade Aurora’s strikes. With a swift maneuver, her

forcefully from behind. It ripped through

protected her from injury, the blow from Crystal’s hidden force knocked

as a grimace of pain crossed

of her reddening back. Aurora couldn’t believe

wielded the sword like a whip. It was a difficult attack to

the daughter of the Celestial Alliance’s guildmaster. You’re certainly well-off and powerful. You even had soft armor made of mithril,”

gaining an edge by snipping

the stands as Crystal gained the upper

done! Let’s see how arrogant she can still be!” Ruby pumped her fists excitedly. She