An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“F-Father, you’re right. I’m injured and need to rest. Please, let me go.” Bill. was in so much pain that he immediately begged for mercy.

In Strequa, strength reigned supreme. Those who were powerful and had a strong presence earned widespread respect, and their words carried considerable influence. Simply put, they could force a person if.

“Mr. Wolfe, I take back what I said earlier. You’re a smart man.” Jeremiah kept a neutral expression and maintained his smile.

Bill’s eyes twitched in frustration, but he held his tongue and stepped back. He was reluctant to admit defeat against Fenley and believed he could still fight. Yet, he had no choice but to submit to Jeremiah’s authority.

“Father, if Bill can’t handle this, let me step in.” George suddenly rose from his seat. His massive, towering figure was intimidating.

His strength and physical prowess were superior to Bill’s. In a direct confrontation, he was like an unstoppable human tank.

“Why does this guy look like a gorilla?” Alicia and Aurora exchanged surprised glances.

When George was sitting, they hadn’t noticed anything unusual. But now that he was standing, he was quite a sight.

At over seven feet tall, his massive frame was covered in muscles as solid as obsidian. He looked even more imposing than a bull, and his presence could intimidate most people before a fight started.

let’s not act impulsively,” Jeremiah said with a smile. He raised his hand to stop George. “We’re here for a meal, not a fight. Let’s not

A few martial

nothing. He approached George and placed a hand on his shoulder

Fenley and the others with a smile. “I’m sorry for my friends’ behavior. They got a bit carried away. Please

because you can’t win? Why didn’t

other side would probably be singing a different tune. The apology was merely a sign

a saying in Dragonmarsh that said, ‘Friends are made through conflict.’ My friend here was simply. trying to engage in a friendly sparring match. If we’ve offended you,

we apologizing? We should just…” Bill started to protest, but a stern look from Jeremiah silenced

reasonable person. Since you’re willing to admit your mistake, I’ll let

“But remember, if you come to Dragonmarsh again, you’d better play by the

Can you tell us your name?” Jeremiah

Fenley Hudson,” Fenley

lot about you,” Jeremiah replied, nodding with a hint

list of Dragonmarsh’s top talents, including those who might threaten their chances in the tournament. Fenley of the Celestial Alliance was one of the top names

now why Bill had been completely outmatched. It turned out

my warning, or

keep my friend in check,” Jeremiah replied,