An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Austin’s words were calm and almost casual. Yet, they struck like thunder and echoed in the hearts of the three assistant generals of the Red Legion.

If they answered Austin’s questions, there might still be a slim chance of survival. But if they refused, death was the only outcome. 3

After all, who would willingly choose death when they had worked so hard to achieve their wealth and status? Yet, pride and dignity held them back. They didn’t want to be branded as traitors.

Now, they were caught in a dilemma. Which was more important-their honor or their lives? It was an impossible choice.

“You have ten seconds left. If you don’t speak, you’ll lose your chance.” Austin’s voice was utterly devoid of emotion.

His words seemed to pierce their souls, and the three Red Legion assistant generals broke into a cold sweat.

As the countdown neared its end, Auron finally couldn’t hold back. “Your Highness! I’ll talk-I’ll tell you everything.”

Dropping to his knees, he scrambled forward and was desperate to speak before the others could.

“Traitor! Go to hell!” Viggo roared in fury. With a burst of strength, he snapped the ropes binding him and slammed his palm down on Auron’s skull.

A sickening crack echoed through the room. Auron’s head exploded like a watermelon, with blood and brain matter splattering across the floor.

“How dare you!”

team reacted instantly. They drew their swords and pressed them against Viggo’s throat to

maniacally. “Go ahead and kill us.

the

you think that makes you

to pay.” Viggo raised his chin defiantly. His face was filled with arrogance. “Besides, I’ve lived a good life. I’ve eaten, drunk,

cold smirk. “If you’re not afraid of death, then I’ll show you something worse

and serve him well. Let’s see how long he lasts under the 108

the words

heard of the notoriety of Grimhold Keep. It was no place for any man to be. Even the toughest men broke once they were sent inside. A single round of punishment was

a place where death was preferred, but even that mercy was

such torment, he’d rather

a flash of resolve passed through Viggo’s eyes. He lunged forward and thrust

were prepared. They quickly withdrew their blades, stepped back,

they snapped his arms and legs before binding

gain by torturing me? If you’ve got the guts, just kill me. I dare you. “Viggo thrashed and screamed. His voice was a mix of

a brave face, huh? Do you really think you’re some kind

night, he had two choices-fight

caught, refused to die, and still had the nerve

hadn’t known he was about to be thrown into Grimhold Keep, he’d probably be giving some