An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

A burst of blue light exploded, creating a dome of lightning that enveloped the battle ring. Waves of explosive energy hammered against the barrier like relentless tides. The shield trembled violently for several breaths before finally stabilizing.

The spectators below exhaled in relief, but their hearts were still racing. If it weren’t for Oron’s quick reaction, the leaked energy from that explosion could have put them all at risk.

After all, Fenley was an ultimate grandmaster. Even a casual strike from him could be lethal.

On the battle ring, everything changed after the dust settled.

Fenley stood tall and looked imposing. His robes billowed like the wings of an angel. The ethereal divine spirit behind him flickered to life, and its sharp gaze added an intimidating edge to his formidable stance.

In contrast, Dalen was thrown back ten yards after the collision. His handsome face turned pale, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth, and his arms trembled uncontrollably.

“The gap is wider than I thought,” he lamented silently.

He could feel that Fenley was significantly stronger today compared to his performance yesterday. Even before Fenley broke through to the next level, Dalen’s chances of victory had been slim. Now, they were virtually nonexistent.

“You were able to withstand my Fury of Fire God. I must admit you’re impressive.” With a piercing gaze, Fenley continued, “In the past, it would have been tough for me to beat you. But now, there’s a clear gap in our levels.

Any resistance on your part is pointless.

Fire God would have left him as nothing more than ashes. Yet he was still standing and had only sustained minor internal injuries. This was a testament

held back instead. If he had unleashed the

my defeat.” Dalen straightened up and

that. He hadn’t gone all out but had been careful to

of God’s Technique was taxing to execute. While unleashing the Fury of Thunder God could take Dalen down, it would also drain his energy. He needed

didn’t come as a surprise. From the moment they entered the ring, most of the spectators saw Fenley as the obvious favorite. The only question was how long Dalen could withstand

finishing moves was a testament to Dalen’s remarkable skill. If

a match, and there was no reason to gamble with their lives. Fighting a losing battle wasn’t courage but plain foolishness. Clearly,

Shade, concedes. Congratulations to contestant number one, Fenley Hudson, for winning this round,” Oron announced

from the Celestial Alliance disciples, who cheered joyously. Fenley’s victory over Dalen meant

smiling. “It’s like he’s been reborn overnight. His strength has skyrocketed, and this

of God’s Technique yesterday paled in comparison to today’s performance.

keen eye,” Alloy

just before the match. He’s now an ultimate grandmaster and ready to

Really? Then, congratulations are in

it also comes with risks. If he can’t solidify his cultivation, he might end up going astray,” Cyrus