An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 2300

“Hmph! Stop adding fuel to the fire!” Cyrus glared at Alloy. “The Celestial Alliance has had its fair share of run- ins with the Mystic Arts Order over the years. If we’re talking enemies, your guild is the real thorn in their side.”

“It’s nothing but minor skirmishes. I’m sure Madam Penelope sees the bigger picture and isn’t bothered by it,” Alloy said with a subtle grin.

Cyrus might outmatch Alloy in brute strength, but when it came to quick- witted retorts, Alloy was the clear victor.

“Mr. Hadley, Mr. Marshall, you two seem to be in high spirits.”

The black sedan came to a stop in front of them. An elderly woman with silver hair and a slightly hunched back emerged slowly while leaning on a serpent-headed cane.

This was Penelope Solace, the leader of the Mystic Arts Order. She had risen to fame long before Alloy and Cyrus, earning her place as a revered senior figure.

Despite her years of seclusion and rare public appearances, her reputation was as fearsome and commanding as Alloy and Cyrus’. Her name evoked both awe and trepidation.

“Madam Penelope.” As the host, Kaden stood first and gave a respectful nod to her.

the Ancient Sage has passed the mantle to you. Good,” she

a while. How have you been?” Alloy stood, nodded in

still in good health and plan to stick

said with a

remained impassive and made

seat.” Kaden gestured

the leaders of the three

seeing Penelope, Abigail, who had been

ring was operating quietly in the corner. She kept

high-profile figures were in attendance. After all, being too conspicuous

I heard you’ve been quite busy at Sacred Wrym Summit lately. You must have raked in quite a bit of money, right?” Penelope cracked a

bit,”

distract you from today’s matches. We need to make sure the Mystic Arts Order

and I’m confident I’ll be

in the early rounds, she knew the other minor challengers were

I’ll be looking forward to

and was now a rare Dark Phoenix. Combined with the Mystic Arts

a top-three finish and had high hopes for her to win first

everyone’s here, let’s not waste any more time. The sooner we get this over with, the sooner we can wrap

with a smile. After seeing

understood the cue and walked to the center of the battle ring. “Today, 32 contestants will compete for a spot in the top 8. To keep things fair, we’ll draw lots right here. All

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