An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Brian’s face displayed confusion and embarrassment as Alicia stirred awake. Although her regaining consciousness surprised him, the bruise on his ego stung him even more.

The way Dustin and Grace eyed him only made him feel more like a fool. Now that Alicia was awake, everything he had done before seemed like a farce, and he had never felt so humiliated.

At that moment, his hatred toward Dustin and Grace reached its peak.

“Alicia, how are you feeling? Do you feel any discomfort?” Aurora asked, leaning in with concern.

“My head’s throbbing…” Alicia grimaced and massaged her temples. Then, she asked, “Why am I here? What happened?”

She felt disoriented. Her mind was shrouded in fog, and she had no memory of what had happened, which left her utterly bewildered.

“You were poisoned and in critical condition. Faith and Dr. Rhys came to your aid just in time, or you might not have made it,” Aurora recounted the harrowing experience.

Upon hearing that, Alicia’s gaze shifted to Grace, and she was surprised to see her. “Faith, what brings you here?”

“I heard about your illness and brought a skilled doctor with me. Luckily, we arrived just in time. Otherwise, who knows what might have happened.” Grace smiled faintly.

“That’s very thoughtful of you.” Alicia returned the smile before turning her attention to Dustin. “So, you’re Dr. Rhys? Thank you for saving my life. If you ever need anything, just let me know.”

“No need to thank me. I acted at Faith’s behest,” Dustin replied promptly.

like there’s more going on between Dr. Rhys and Faith,”

you’re cracking jokes? Just lie down and get some rest,” Grace responded

been stuck in bed for days. If I don’t move, I’ll fall apart. I need to get up and move around,” Alicia insisted with a faint smile as she rose from

her whole body began

it easy,” Aurora said as she supported her

concern, closing her eyes

dizziness passed, she opened her eyes with a smile. “Just stood

with you. The poison affecting you isn’t ordinary.

doing it

recently offended anyone? Or perhaps had any past conflicts with

Alicia frowned and pondered

Tournament at Sacred Wrym Summit, so I decided to join

turned to Dustin, who

were exchanged, they both understood each other’s thoughts. If it wasn’t revenge, it was likely a scheme from the Hall

incite a war between the Mystic Arts Order and the Celestial Alliance. Thereby, the Hall of Gods would benefit from the ensuing

now!” Alicia suddenly exclaimed

days ago, a strangely dressed person approached me and

much of it at the time. But shortly after, I passed out. Could it be that person used

“It’s possible.” Dustin nodded.

still remember that