An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Mulder’s body trembled, and he suddenly coughed up a mouthful of blood. His energy drained, and his entire being seemed to collapse.

Dustin’s finger flick had not only shattered his sword but also injured his internal organs. With the effects of the enhanced serum wearing off, Mulder was now back to his original state and completely spent.

His once-powerful frame now shrank like a punctured balloon. He looked as if he had aged ten years in an instant.

Mulder could no longer fight. Even standing up was a challenge.

“He’s finished,” Dustin said coolly, then looked at Warrick. “Now it’s your turn.”

“Hmm?” Warrick frowned, and his expression turned serious.

Dustin’s display of strength earlier had made him feel a sense of crisis. If they fought head-on, there was no telling who would come out on top.

But Warrick was just one step away from escaping West Lucozia, bound for Artea and a life of freedom and luxury. He had no intention of risking his life in battle unless he absolutely had to.

Desperation could drive a man to fight with everything he had, but the moment survival seemed possible, hesitation crept in.

to fight since neither of us stands to gain. I say

what exactly

doing this for money. And I happen to have more money than I know what to do with.” Warrick’s tone

walk away now, I’ll tell you where my treasure is hidden. There’s enough gold and jewels in there

I know you’re not lying?” Dustin

in West Lucozia speaks for itself. Why would I need to lie?” Warrick said

on, “Besides, I’m leaving West Lucozia for good and never coming back. I’ve got no use for all that gold and

think about it…” Dustin stroked his chin,

is your shot at instant

good point.” Dustin nodded. ”

have a deal?” Warrick’s eyes

course. Only a fool would say no to that, “Dustin replied

are

and tossed it toward Dustin. “This is a treasure map I drew myself. With it,

map. The location was marked

in hiding the treasure in the