An Understated Dominance (Maria Vittori) novel Chapter 1696

In the upper echelons of the House of Heroes, the symbolic life essence amulet representing the Chief Guildmaster had split into two halves.

The life essence amulet, crafted from a unique material impervious to blades and flames, was nearly indestructible from external forces. Its vulnerability lay in self-shattering when the amulet’s owner met their demise.

Despite its incredibility, the undeniable truth unfolded before their eyes. The Chief Guildmaster Alaric had indeed met an inexplicable end with no forewarning.

“Chief Guildmaster!” Elder Lucius collapsed as he was overwhelmed with grief. Their friendship ran deep, and Alaric’s sudden death was an unbearable blow.

“Who did this? Who killed the Chief Guildmaster?”

“Whoever it is, we must avenge the Chief Guildmaster!”

“All disciples of the Dragon Guard, listen up! Immediately head to Quandary Mountain and annihilate the murderer!”

After a brief moment of astonishment, the entire Dragon Guard erupted into chaos. Members of various ranks hastily assembled, and a terrifying force began to coalesce.

At that moment, the sky seemed to echo with thunderous roars. A tremendous pressure suddenly descended upon the Dragon Guard, shrouding Wyvern Ridge.

“What’s happening?”