An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Neville sprang into action after receiving the order. He quickly rallied his troops toward Matthias’ estate for rescue and backup.

Matthias wasn’t in the mood to continue chatting. His face was grim as he strode toward the exit.

“Your Highness, please stay,” Seamus called out suddenly.

“Uncle Seamus, something urgent has happened at home. Whatever it is, it’ll have to wait,” Matthias said impatiently.

Whoever dared to start a massacre in his estate wasn’t walking away alive.

“Calm down. I’m sure you don’t want to walk straight into a trap,” Seamus warned.

“A trap?” Matthias frowned. “What do you mean by that?”

“Think about it. You have no feud with the Hall of Gods, so why would they send their royal god to cause chaos in your estate? Don’t you find that strange?” Seamus said evenly.

“I’ll get my answers after I capture Zeus,” Matthias spat, gritting his teeth.

“Your Highness, I must warn you that apart from the elusive Supreme leader of the Hall of Gods, Zeus is the undisputed number one powerhouse in Strequa. And with all due respect… your troops aren’t enough to capture him,” Seamus reminded him.

“Zeus might be strong, but he’s only one man, and I command thousands. I can crush him with numbers,” Matthias said, refusing to back down.

artists. If they attacked

as his backup, what did he have to

men can take him down, a victory would still come at a heavy price. Is that something you’re willing to face?”. Seamus

Zeus wipe his boots on me? If I keep hiding like a coward, who the hell’s

someone is trying to stir up trouble. I suggest avoiding a direct clash with Zeus. Otherwise, you’ll just lose your elite troops

a dilemma and have no choice but to take

did nothing, it would be a huge blow to his pride

“I’ve got a plan that could get you out of this mess, but it

me what I should do.” Matthias

with Zeus and losing your troops, let

you mean?” Matthias

like Zeus needs someone even stronger to take him down. I’ve heard the chief overseer of the Regal Observatory, Ezekiel Hawke, is a man of near-immortal ability. If you can convince him to step in, your crisis could be resolved,”

listed in the Astonishing World List, but those who knew him claimed his strength rivaled the living god Arion.

“I’ve heard Father mention him before. Mr. Hawke is indeed strong, but he’s been in seclusion for years and stays out of worldly affairs. If even Father couldn’t get

as impossible if you’re truly

pendant and

of gratitude. Take it to the Gilded Chamber. His son will

face lit up with delight.

like holding a promise. It