An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 299

Dahlia didn’t pick up the first two times. It wasn’t until his third attempt that the call got through.

“Hey, Dahlia. Didn’t you tell me to treat you to dinner? Why aren’t you here yet?” Dustin asked.

“About that I’m sorry, but something came up. I might not be able to leave any time soon.” Dahlia’s voice sounded strange.

“It’s alright. Work is more important. Take your time. I won’t bother you.” Dustin answered understandingly despite the tinge of regret.

Dahlia hummed. “I’ll treat you another day.”

“Sure.” Dustin smiled. He was just about to hang up when he heard a familiar voice.

“Dahlia, who are you calling? Hurry up. You’ve got to drink with me-”

beep,

Nicholson

You can put everything away. I’m sorry, everyone.” Dustin smiled politely and

confused glances. Why had the carefully

inside a

can’t drink anymore. Let’s stop here tonight.” Dahlia waved her

of wine

and she

your brother out of that mess. You can’t be that

glass unhappily.

one glass.” Florence, who was sitting beside them,

to save James, so they

Dahlia hesitated, troubled. Knowing her limits, she was sure she’d collapse if she drank

force you anymore, Dahlia. This is the last glass.” Luis pushed the glass

Dahlia? It’s the last glass. You shouldn’t embarrass him.” Florence pressed

it.” Taking a deep breath, Dahlia lifted the glass to her lips and downed the entire thing. As soon as the

Florence grabbed Dahlia to keep her still. “Mr. Langford, Dahlia is drunk. Why don’t