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.

steel wire attached to

her eyes. Her sword lunged forward like a serpent and aimed for the hilt of Aurora’s dual

clang resonated as Crystal deftly

anticipating the move, Aurora flipped her palms and pulled. The dual blades circled her before accelerating toward Crystal

her palms could instantly dislocate and incapacitate her opponent’s

relentless assault forced Crystal

air, she somersaulted to evade Aurora’s strikes. With a swift maneuver, her sword extended like

the sword struck her forcefully from behind.

her from injury, the blow from Crystal’s hidden force knocked Aurora off balance, and a searing

a grimace of pain crossed her face. Even

of her reddening back. Aurora couldn’t believe how

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

Celestial Alliance’s guildmaster. You’re certainly well-off and powerful. You even had soft armor made

an edge by

Crystal!” Miles cheered from the stands as Crystal gained the

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