An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 97

“I’m just trying to remind you to think twice before you act. Just because you have support from the higher- ups doesn’t mean you can run amok.” With a solemn look, Dahlia added, “Dustin, you must realize that your worth has to be backed by ability. Currying favors with powerful people can propel you to greater heights, but it won’t last unless you can prove you’re a person of high caliber. So don’t think you’re all high and mighty-

consider this a lesson from me.”

Dustin snickered upon hearing this. “How can you be sure that I’m currying favors with the powerful?”

“Is that not the case? If it weren’t for Ms. Harmon’s reputation, would the Cobra have let you go so easily?” Dahlia didn’t hold back with her remark.

“Whatever you say. I know that, whatever I do, I’m nothing but a useless prick in your eyes,” Dustin sneered as

he shook his head.

First impressions truly were tough to change. Even with the evidence in front of their eyes, some people would simply refuse to believe it. They preferred scouring for excuses in an attempt to consolidate their prejudices.

“Oh, Dustin, don’t be disheartened. Keep your dignity and utilize your capabilities to carve out your own career and legacy instead of being a lazy bum who leeches off others,” Dahlia urged in a deep voice.

“So what if I’m a bum? Catching easy fish is also a skill. It just means I work smart,” Dustin shrugged.

“You…” Dahlia was starting to get annoyed. She had put sincere effort into trying to talk sense into him, but

her advice seemed to fall on deaf ears. Not to mention the fact that he did not appear ashamed of his behavior

there was no saving

a few patrol cars pulled up and blocked the

of the patrol cars swung open, and several uniformed

Rhys,” said one of the

Dustin responded, “Is

report that you’ve stolen some

must be a misunderstanding.”

I ask

“Panax root.”

that proves it! Come with us immediately for further investigation!” The officer

handcuffed Dustin.

What exactly is going on?” exclaimed Dahlia, as she rushed forward, the color

are you?” asked

friend,” she

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could be an accomplice. Take

of handcuffs around

to do with her. It’s all

right! This is all Dustin’s doing. It has nothing to do with my daughter! If you want to arrest him, then do that! My daughter has done

is innocent. She’s

the investigation is over. Take her away!” barked the police officer. With a single command from the squad leader,

crowd and began, “I’m of the Laney family of