An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 38

“Edwin Hummer, the richest man in Swinton!” Dahlia answered.

“What? Sir Hummer?”

Lyra’s eyes widened in shock as if she had seen a ghost. Everyone knew that anything Sir Hummer said was obeyed without question in Swinton.

Trevor was big in East City, but Sir Hummer was the true master of Swinton. He was so powerful that he could just demand anything with the snap of his fingers. He was also very influential in business, politics, and the military.

Anyone who wronged Sir Hummer would face a fate worse than death.

“Ms. Nicholson, don’t tell me this matter really involves Sir Hummer?” Lyra gulped.

“It’s hard to say. Trevor was one of Sir Hummer’s men. Now that he was suddenly killed, Sir Hummer will definitely investigate this matter. It would be troublesome if Dustin was involved.” Dahlia’s expression darkened.

“Even if that were the case, it would be Dustin’s fault. It has nothing to do with us, right?” Lyra asked tentatively.

“This depends on how Sir Hummer sees this matter. If he thinks this has something to do with us, neither of us would be spared!” Dahlia added.

“What!” Lyra panicked immediately. She could still remain calm when facing Trevor. However, her legs trembled even thinking about Edwin Hummer.

“Ms. Nicholson, why don’t we ask Chris Nolan for help? Ask him to have Mr. Anderson intervene.” Lyra reacted quickly.

owe Chris too many favors. I don’t want to trouble him further.” Dahlia shook

what should we do? If Sir Hummer pursues this

be flustered. I’m now partnered with the Harmon family. As long as we have their protection after the company’s launch tomorrow, Sir Hummer won’t be too harsh. on us,”

family!” Lyra revealed a smile. “As long as the

would dare bully

their hope depended on the

outside the gates of Spanner Manor.

The car in front carried a flag

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rows of heavily armed soldiers stepped down, one

aura

have arrived!” A commander walked up to the car

and a burly middle–aged man

of the western war zone, Travis

You’re finally here!”

opened slowly. Edward was being supported

see the

dare say anything else and immediately led

a coffin right at the entrance to the living room. Trevor was lying inside, hist

a look of rage on his face. He only had one brother. Naturally,