An Understated Dominance (Maria Vittori) novel Chapter 2074

"Hey! Who the hell are you? Can you not mess around here? Get out of here!"

"That's right! You don't belong to a sect and yet you dare take on the challenge? What gave you the courage to do so?"

"And I thought it was someone exceptionally formidable, but turns out he's just a nobody!"

Dustin's declaration not only frustrated Quincy, it also invited the crowd's insults.

They might have shown him respect if he were from a prestigious sect. However, Dustin was merely a wanderer without a name for himself.

A nobody like him had no right to issue a challenge.

Since this was the final battle and concerned the honor of the country, their defeat would be a disgrace to all martial artists in the nation. They would never place their hopes on an unknown martial artist.

"Young man, this battle is not a game. If you're not fully confident, just give it up." Quincy shook his head, appearing somewhat disappointed.

While having courage was admirable, it had to be accompanied by skill. With even a talent like Vincent falling to defeat, how could Dustin stand against Marco?

To put it bluntly, he would only be inviting humiliation.

"Elder Douglas, since I've asked for a challenge, naturally, I'm confident of winning. Please give me a chance," Dustin spoke again.

His decision to step forward was not only to uphold the honor of the country but also fueled by a deep-seated resentment toward the people of Kimboku.

Of course, it was also because Quincy might not necessarily be a match for Marco. If Quincy were to lose today, it would be a great shame for all martial artists in Dragonmarsh.

As a fellow Dragonmarshian, he couldn't just stand by and do nothing. Even though he was not a virtuous person, he couldn't simply ignore the enmity between their nations.

"Hey! Are you done? You don't really think you're stronger than Vincent, do you? Know your limits, for god's sake, and stop embarrassing yourself!" Ruby snapped.

How could Dustin act this way in the current situation? He should have known better.

"That's enough. You'll only embarrass yourself further if you continue like this," Miles said darkly.

Even as a disciple of the Sword Union, he had been defeated by Marco. What were the chances that Dustin could win?

"Hey, you! Be sensible and back off. Quit trying to show off!"