An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Amid the crowd’s intense anticipation, Thaddeus’ Palm of Justice finally crashed upon Dalen’s head with immense force.

A loud roar echoed through the arena as a tidal wave of terrifying energy erupted outward. The spectacle was awe -inspiring, and the pressure was unfathomable.

A sudden gust of wind hit the spectators. It caused their hair to stand on end and forced them to squint against the unexpected rush of air.

As the tension settled and silence descended, all eyes turned to the battle ring, where a startling scene unfolded.

They thought Thaddeus’s strike had sealed Dalen’s fate unless he dodged it. To their surprise, Dalen emerged from the attack unscathed, not a hair out of place nor a mark on his pristine clothes.

The sight stunned everyone as they struggled to comprehend what had transpired in that crucial moment.

Why was Dalen unharmed? Could Thaddeus have held back? Such thoughts raced through their minds, even as the lingering shockwave from their clash reverberated through the arena.

“What’s going on? That boy toy didn’t die?”

“That’s weird. He took both the Zenith Skill and the Palm of Justice head-on. He shouldn’t have survived that.”

“Damn it! Is this some kind of supernatural trick?”

spectators exchanged bewildered glances. They were displeased with

seeing things? The handsome guy, blocked Father

the Palm of Justice,

saw a flash of white light around Number 19. Could that

Citadel’s defense arts, the Evasio Incantation,” Grace

Is it really that

replied with a smile. “It’s on par with Sacred Wrym Summit’s Glow Incantation. Once mastered, you’ll become impervious to blades and

awe. “On par with the Glow Incantation? No

unfamiliarity with the Evasio Incantation, she was familiar with the Glow Incantation.

him, today’s match might get more interesting,”

Dalen’s equally resolute defense. Their confrontation resembled a clash

Dalen withstand the onslaught?

see your true skills?” Dalen twirled his folding fan with a gentle smile. His charismatic and handsome presence captured the attention of many young women

that the Evasio Incantation you just used?” Thaddeus frowned. His demeanor was now serious rather

it was the

to be from the Shadow Citadel,” Thaddeus remarked as he eyed Dalen. “Mastering the Evasio Incantation at your age is truly impressive. Looks like I’ll

its impenetrable defense. It was akin to an unconquerable fortress once unleashed. Breaking through it demanded sheer determination and relentless

please.” Dalen smiled

the blade

measured just over two feet in length and had an icy-blue surface adorned with undulating patterns reminiscent of ocean waves. In the sunlight, it gleamed with a deep, almost