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, the call

Nicholson arriving?” the

can put everything away. I’m sorry, everyone.” Dustin

the carefully

inside a Barkarole

here tonight.” Dahlia waved her hands frantically as

of wine

face was flushed, and she was

brother out of that mess. You can’t be that ungrateful, can you?” Luis held up

glass unhappily.

It’s just one glass.” Florence, who was sitting

they wanted to save James, so they had to make sure they

– Dahlia hesitated, troubled. Knowing her limits, she was sure

is the last glass.” Luis pushed

You shouldn’t embarrass

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

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