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.

to drop another bombshell. After

concern. “Ronald is the leader of the Five Ultimate Grandmasters and the foremost martial artist in Balermo. His strength is beyond measure, and almost no one equal or below the rank of Grandmaster can match

Cornelius had phrased this as delicately as

invincible

Dustin was undeniably powerful and had even defeated the Grandmaster Augustus, he still lagged

waited for another five or ten years, 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

you think I can’t beat Ronald?”

has nearly thirty more years of training, experience, and strength than you do. You’re at a

will break through to the Grandmaster infinity level. By then, he’ll

may be true, your public challenge is still too risky,” Cornelius

wouldn’t have issued the challenge if I didn’t have some confidence. Whether I win

but was interrupted by Dustin. “That’s enough. My decision is final. Also, don’t inform Miss Natasha

“Understood,” Cornelius sighed, nodding.

go and rest for now. I need to prepare myself for tomorrow’s battle,”