An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“No way! That priest looked ordinary and didn’t seem like a threat,” Aurora said, puzzled.

Given Fenley’s skills, he was among the best in Dragonmarsh. So, she figured he had no reason to be afraid of those three Strequans.

“You can’t judge a book by its cover. Among those three, the priest is the strongest. If you ever run into him, avoid him at all costs,” Fenley warned earnestly.

If he had been alone earlier, he wouldn’t have been concerned. But with Aurora and Alicia by his side, he had to be cautious and couldn’t fight freely.

He knew Jeremiah could distract him if they fought while Bill and George captured the Marshall sisters. With the sisters’ lives as leverage, the other party could turn the situation in their favor.

So, Fenley decided to let the matter slide for the sisters’ safety and stop pursuing the matter.

“Okay, I understand.” Seeing how serious he was, Aurora nodded.

“Fenley, those people mentioned about competing in the Combat Tournament tomorrow. You might faced off with them, so be careful,” Alicia reminded him.

She knew Bill was strong, but Jeremiah’s strength was an unknown factor. Until they had a clearer picture of their opponents, being cautious was the safest approach.

“These people aren’t here with good intentions, so we should stay alert,” Fenley said, nodding.

has plenty of hidden talents. If we faced off in the battle ring, we wouldn’t lose to those

the

years, the Strequan forces, led by the Hall of Gods, had always used dirty tactics-manipulating, bribing, and even resorting to assassination behind the

Dragonmarsh head-on. By entering

as they started to savor their food. She knew the elders would deal with the Hall of Gods, so

the night as if he were a tourist. George trailed behind him silently

but he had also been beaten up, which was a major blow to his pride. If Jeremiah hadn’t stopped him, Bill

I don’t get it. He’s just a martial artist from Dragonmarsh. Why are we so afraid of him?” Bill, who had been holding back

Celestial Alliance is ranked fifth on the Legendary List. He’s not someone we can take lightly. We’re still

List? If I had transformed,

typically have three forms. He was defeated earlier because he only used his second form. If he could unleash his third form, his strength would double. Then, he would be able to kill Fenley

be weakened for days and

a difference. You weren’t fighting at full strength, and Fenley might have been

alone, we still have Mr. Burroughs, right?”

help. I can handle this on my

speechless. His frustration was barely contained as he glanced at George beside him. He would have taken out his anger on George if he