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.

Our nation has plenty of hidden talents. If we faced off in the battle ring, we wouldn’t lose to those Strequan forces. The only concern is that they might resort

handle whatever comes our way, “Aurora said. “Once we’re in the battle ring, those guys from

Hall of Gods, had always used dirty tactics-manipulating, bribing, and even resorting to assassination

had the guts to confront the Dragonmarsh head-on. By entering this Combat Tournament openly, they

about those guys. Let’s continue our meal.” Alicia redirected the conversation as they started to savor their food. She

street while enjoying the night as if he were a tourist. George trailed behind him silently like a

had he failed to attract any women, but he had also been beaten up, which was a major blow to his pride.

are we so afraid of him?” Bill, who had been holding back

List. He’s not someone we can take lightly. We’re still on a mission, and now isn’t the time to stir up more

so great about being fifth on the Legendary List? If

vampires 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,

you’ll be weakened for days and unable to compete in the tournament,” Jeremiah

might not make a difference. You weren’t fighting at full strength, and Fenley might have been holding something back, too. In a life- or-death fight, you might not be

down alone, we still have Mr. Burroughs, right?” Bill said defiantly. “If he

don’t need any help. I can handle this on my

glanced at George beside him. He would have taken