An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 28

She was the type to make men fall in love with her at first sight. Thus, she was shocked to learn that Dustin had forgotten about her after just one night. Was her presence so insignificant?

“Um… you do look familiar. I think I’ve seen you somewhere.” Dustin tried to dig through his memories.

“Yesterday, at the hospital. You treated my grandfather. Do you remember now?” The girl uttered through gritted teeth.

“Oh! You’re Natasha’s sister, Roth. Am I right?”

“Who the hell are you calling Roth? My name is Ruth! Ruth Harmon!” Ruth nearly exploded out of exasperation. She wanted to step on the gas pedal and run Dustin over with her car. All this time, she’d never been treated this way. How insulting!

“I’m sorry. Ms. Ruth, are you looking for me for some reason?” Dustin quickly changed the topic.

“Of course! Why would I be here otherwise?” Ruth rolled her eyes and ordered, “Hurry up and get in the car. Natasha has fallen sick and is demanding to see you.”

happened to her?”

doctor. You should go and find out. Now, get in!” Ruth ordered

car and then left under the

an hour, the car finally pulled over in front of a luxurious building called Java Joys. The place boasted a large backyard, which not only had hot springs but also a garden

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out of the car, Ruth led the way, and they hurriedly made it to a bedroom. At this moment, inside the private

a business suit while she soaked in a bathtub full of ice

was labored. As her chest rose and fell,

and was stunned the moment he noticed that she wasn’t wearing anything under her

her skin became visible when the fabric was slowly soaked with water. Like any other

was in this state.

with difficulty, “My body feels so hot. I’m so thirsty and in pain… It feels like my chest is on fire. Quick, help me find out what’s wrong…” As she spoke, she put

if I’m not mistaken, it looks like you’ve been drugged. And with a potent

would drug my sister?” Ruth

now, Mr. Rhys?” asked Natasha