An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Dustin didn’t flinch as the electric serpent charged toward him. Instead, he channeled his mystical energy into a spear and thrust forward. He was eager to test the strength of Stormcraft.

The true energy spear collided with the Stormcraft and unleashed a loud crack of thunder. Energy rippled outward and dispersed in every direction. Their energies collided with such force that neither gained the upper hand.

Neither Dustin nor Caleb gained the upper hand in this exchange, yet neither backed down. They continued to trade blows in a fierce, close- quarters fight. Each strike resonated like a drumbeat in a relentless battle.

“I can’t believe Dustin is holding his own against Caleb. This is unbelievable.

“Dustin is pretty strong, so it’s not surprising he can fight like this.”

“You don’t get it. Dustin is renowned for his lethal sword techniques. Yet, he’s standing firm against Caleb, who used Glow Incantation and Stormcraft, just with his fists. That speaks volumes about his cultivation.”

“If Caleb wants to win, he’ll have to use a Divine Talisman. But that technique is risky as it could hurt both of them.”

As the spectators watched the two clash in the battle ring, they couldn’t help but murmur among themselves. Everyone knew that neither Dustin nor Caleb had yet to use their killing moves.

Though the fight was intense, neither opponent would claim victory anytime soon unless they used their trump cards or tried to wear each other out.

“The young man named Dustin Rhys is quite impressive, but I’ve never heard of him before.” Kaden narrowed his eyes.

He focused intently on Dustin as he tried to discern the source of his abilities. But Dustin’s techniques were so diverse that he couldn’t identify any distinct lineage or guild teachings.

bound to emerge. I’ve looked into him, and his background

someone should be easy. But after two days of investigation,

Given that only a significant force could slip past the Celestial Alliance’s watchful eyes, it was

mentor trained him?” Kaden

used a sword before,”

what? There are plenty of sword users in this battle ring. What

just that one strike, I could feel

“Seth Hughes? The Sword Whisperer? But… he’s

fight between Seth and Alaric outside Oakvale was nothing less than legendary. When it was over, the

of that fight still looms large. So,

destroyed the Dragon Guard with a single sword strike. That

aren’t any successors,” Cyrus said coldly. “I’ve studied swordsmanship

Dustin could be Seth’s disciple?”

90% sure,” Cyrus

he sensed the same energy. from

Seth had accepted such a disciple. At least his swordsmanship didn’t die with him. Otherwise, it would’ve been a real shame if it had.”

in the

stand much chance. The best move right now is to use a Divine talisman to suppress him before he