An Understated Dominance

Chapter 1171: A Fateful Challenge

Inside the meeting hall of Zypher Lodge, things were intense.

Dustin, holding a teapot, poured two cups of tea – one for Cornelius and one for himself.

“How did it go? Did you deliver the challenge letter?” Dustin asked after sipping his tea.

“It’s been delivered,” Cornelius nodded.

“And what’s the response from the Martial Alliance?” Dustin inquired further.

“As far as I know, Ronald Reeds is still in seclusion (a period of intensive and solitary training undertaken by a martial artist), but the Martial Alliance members are furious after receiving the challenge. I believe the letter will soon reach Ronald’s hands,” Cornelius replied, finishing his tea.

“Excellent, that’s the effect I wanted,” Dustin smiled slightly.

Erik would undoubtedly shake the Martial Alliance. Luckily, he would use this opportunity to drop another bombshell. After all, he knew that sooner or later, he would face Ronald in a life-and-death

of the Five Ultimate Grandmasters and the foremost martial artist in Balermo. His strength is beyond measure, and almost

phrased this as

invincible

even defeated the Grandmaster Augustus, he

his talent might give him a fighting chance. But right now, it was undoubtedly a suicidal endeavor. Cornelius couldn’t comprehend why he had made such a decision. Why not endure a little longer and seek revenge when the odds were

think I can’t beat Ronald?” Dustin raised his teacup, savoring

Cornelius replied without confirming. “Master, you’re in your early twenties, while Ronald is over fifty. He has nearly thirty more years of training, experience, and strength than you do. You’re at a significant disadvantage. If you trained for another five to ten

some more time, he will break through to the Grandmaster infinity level. By then, he’ll be even more formidable. Right now, this is our best

true, your public challenge is still too risky,” Cornelius said, his face

wouldn’t have issued the challenge if I didn’t have some confidence. Whether I win or lose, the outcome will be

wanted to say more but was interrupted by Dustin. “That’s enough. My decision is final.

“Understood,” Cornelius sighed, nodding.

I need to prepare myself