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 blade hilts. It was

eyes. Her sword lunged forward like a serpent

resonated as Crystal deftly intercepted Aurora’s

and pulled. The dual blades circled her before accelerating toward Crystal with increased velocity. At the same time,

technique. A direct hit from her palms could instantly dislocate and

Aurora’s relentless assault forced

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

her forcefully from behind. It ripped through her attire to expose the mithril

her from injury, the blow from Crystal’s hidden

as a grimace of pain crossed her face.

her reddening back. Aurora couldn’t believe

whip. It was

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

her teeth, and her expression darkened. Despite initially gaining an edge by snipping a lock of Crystal’s hair, she

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

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