An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 10

“Ms. Nicholson, nice to meet you. How can I help you?” Dustin’s eyes widened when he saw Dahlia walking toward him, but his gaze turned cold in a moment.

“What a coincidence seeing you here.”

Dahlia choked back the speech she had prepared to explain herself and greeted Dustin stiffly. She did not believe it when her mother told her of Dustin’s new love interest. Who would have thought that it was true? Although they were divorced, Dahlia felt a little uncomfortable seeing her ex-husband being with another woman. There was an awkward and uneasy feeling in her heart.

“Mr. Rhys, is she a friend of yours?”

Natasha sized Dahlia up. According to her female intuition, she could detect a hint of hostility from this woman standing before them.

“She’s my ex-wife,” Dustin replied.

“Really?” Natasha raised her eyebrows and gave Dahlia a charming smile. “Hi, I’m Natasha Harmon. Nice to meet you.”

She stretched out her hand to shake Dahlia’s. Although her actions seemed friendly enough, the atmosphere around her was slightly intimidating.

“Nice to meet you, Ms. Harmon,” Dahlia answered politely.

Although she was usually very self-assured, she had to admit that the woman before her was stunning. Natasha was on par with her in looks, height, and conduct. Furthermore, Natasha’s figure was much more voluptuous than hers. Any man would be enamored by her!

“Dustin, when did you befriend Ms. Harmon? You’ve never introduced me!” Dahlia couldn’t help but ask.

“Were you ever interested in my friends?” Dustin replied sarcastically.

His sharp words rendered Dahlia speechless. She had never expected Dustin to be so direct. The atmosphere around the three of them grew tense.

can I have a word with you?” Dahlia tried after

retorted

turned to find a quiet corner but

talk about it here and now. I don’t want another misunderstanding,” Dustin

so difficult?” Dahlia

peace with him, but Dustin seemed to not be having any of it. He was being mean

is of such a high rank, it is better for us to not be seen together. I would

Why are you being such a jerk?” Dahlia

you seriously asking me?” Dustin stared back

Dahlia couldn’t say a word in retaliation. Yes, she did initiate the divorce. However, there was no need to keep bringing

could feel resentment rising within her. Seeing Dustin with another woman triggered

I’ve made a mistake.

was not easy for her to reconcile with others, given her prideful nature.

in the wrong?” Dustin could

be flaunting

Dustin laughed harder. “How about Chris, then? Even before we got divorced, you

you believe me, I’m innocent and my

walking toward them. “I

them had been fooling around in bed. Now, they

Dahlia frowned slightly, but she did not explain herself. First, there was nothing to explain.

were having a conversation just now. Why did you

noticed Natasha. Chris was astounded when he saw her alluring beauty. Desire burned in his eyes

a gorgeous woman! He had never seen such an extraordinary lady in his life. If Dahlia was like water, Natasha was like a burning flame. She

few glances at Natasha, he quickly diverted his gaze. He knew that it was unbecoming of a man to make his intentions known so early, especially in the presence

to see you!”