An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

After the quarterfinals, it was time for a break. With noon approaching, contestants and spectators needed food and water to recharge.

An hour later, the venue was buzzing. with excitement again as Oron stepped onto the battle ring. He was accompanied by a Sacred Wrym Summit disciple, who carried a black box filled with numbered balls.

“It’s almost time. I’d like to invite the top four contestants to the ring to draw lots,” Oron announced as he surveyed the crowd.

Amidst a wave of enthusiastic applause, four figures ascended the battle ring one after another. First in line was Glenn, with Fenley right behind him, followed by Abigail and Dustin.

“Sir, we’re in the semifinals. Good luck! “Abigail winked playfully at Dustin as she stepped into the ring.

“You too,” he replied with a smile.

Given Abigail’s strength, her odds against Glenn were slim. However, if she faced Fenley, she would have a solid chance at victory.

After all, Fenley had only just broken through to the ultimate grandmaster level. In contrast, Abigail had been at that level for nearly a year.

With her Phoenix bloodline fully awakened, her abilities were at their peak. If she were given a few more years to develop, the possibilities for her future would be limitless.

“Glenn, I hope we’re paired together for a decisive showdown.” Fenley’s gaze was sharp and filled with fighting spirit.

Abigail and Dustin were insignificant in his eyes. Instead, Fenley regarded Glenn as his sole rival. If he could defeat Glenn, the championship title would be within his reach.

“You’d best abandon that thought, or you’ll face a crushing defeat,” Glenn replied impassively. To him, Fenley wasn’t a worthy opponent.

At that instant, Dustin sparked his curiosity. He had learned that Dustin was Seth’s disciple. 1

between Seth and the Sword Union. A year ago, he had gone

competitive fire and an urge to

couldn’t afford to

know you’re strong, but defeating me won’t be easy,” Fenley spat coldly. With his ultimate grandmaster skills and the unpredictable Four

thought, “So what if you topped the Legendary List? Today is

were clipped and cold. He preferred action over idle chatter. To him, strength would be decided on the battle ring, not through empty

your

remained the same -the

go first!” Fenley stepped forward and reached into the

head for everyone to see. He had

looked around and noticed that neither Dustin nor Glenn stepped forward. So, she walked forward and pulled a ball from the

number three.” She raised the number

suddenly remarked, “Good thing you’re not up against me. At least now

contestant number one would fight contestant number four, while

the weakest here, yet you’ve got the loudest mouth. Do you even know what ‘reality check’ means?” she shot back

the Legendary List, while she was ranked

the weakest of the four, yet he dared to be so arrogant.

might have felt uncertain

stepped forward to draw from the box. When he saw the number on it,

had drawn the number two, which meant he would face her in the ring. They were essentially in a mentor-and- student relationship-getting matched against her was

with the number one. Glenn showed