An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“We’re ready for the ultimate showdown of this tournament. The winner will be crowned the Combat Tournament Champion. Now, let’s welcome both contestants to the ring.” Oron’s voice thundered as he stepped onto the battle ring.

There was thunderous applause and cheers from the audience.

The long-awaited showdown was finally at hand. Today’s outcome wasn’t just about personal glory, but it would also decide the future of the martial world.

If Glenn triumphed and claimed the crown, the Sword Union would rise as the undisputed guild. The Celestial Alliance and the Mystic Arts Order would have no choice but to bow to their supremacy.

But if Dustin won, it would be even more sensational. A dark horse,

without any guild affiliation, defeating the elite disciples of the major guild- such a story would send shockwaves through the martial world.

Once that happened, every major guild would fight tooth and nail to claim him. It would spark a fierce battle for dominance.

“Dr. Rhys! Good luck!”

make

Aurora jumped to their feet and cheered for Dustin as he stepped

it had been a major blow

outcome is in your hands now,” Grace murmured.

up against anyone else, she wouldn’t be this

tied for the top spot on the Legendary List, and no one knew who was stronger. At this level, every move mattered, and one slip could

are we rooting for?” Miles glanced

from the Sword Union. As fellow

Ruby frowned, then shrugged. “Let’s just enjoy the

to

him, anyone who won the match would be

a word and simply looked at them. She felt Glenn held the upper hand, but Dustin had pulled off too many unexpected victories for her to

the same uncertainty. Despite knowing the truth about Dustin’s identity, he still couldn’t decide whether Dustin was stronger or if Glenn had