An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Chapter 1194: An Unyielding Refusal

“Young man, if you decide to join the Martial Law Bureau, I can personally assure you that you’ll be enshrined!” Derek sweetened the deal even further.

In the Martial Law Bureau, being enshrined held a higher rank than that of Deputy Sheriffs. A two-level promotion in such a short time was a remarkable advancement.

“I appreciate the offer, but I’m still not interested,” Dustin declined once again.

Derek frowned at this persistent rejection. He believed he had offered enticing incentives, but the young man appeared to have little interest in the Martial Law Bureau’s prestige.

“Really? You don’t even want to be enshrined in the Martial Law Bureau? What’s going on in this young man’s mind?”

“It’s a great opportunity to be recognized by the Martial Law Bureau. This kid doesn’t seem to appreciate it. He’s just plain arrogant!”

“Hmph! Even as a young grandmaster, he seems as insignificant as a chicken when facing the Martial Law Bureau!”

began circulating among the

the Martial Law Bureau was the pinnacle of honor. Dustin’s repeated refusals came across as pure arrogance to

the offer to join

man a lot of respect, but these continued rejections were

Martial Alliance today to challenge the leader of the Martial Arts Alliance. I have

I won’t pressure you,” Derek responded tersely

expression soured, revealing

and enjoy some tea,” Eldric said, attempting to ease the tension. He led Derek

mostly leaders of various martial sects. At the very least, they were all half-step masters, and some

the patriarch of the Skycrane Sect, the abbot of the Temple of Boundless Compassion. They all held a grudge against Dustin since the Black Forest encounter and had come

If he were to enter the Martial Law

that case, I won’t show any mercy.

Martial Law Bureau was known for its ruthless methods. Any martial artist who defied their orders would be branded a prohibitive

already landed