An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 329

Dahlia put on a calm front even though she felt hurt from the icy glare Dustin was giving her. ” Dustin, I just didn’t want you to get into trouble. I didn’t do it so you can feel indebted to me,” she said nonchalantly.

“I don’t think what happens to me is any of your business.”

“I know you hate me. I know I’ve wronged you too. Il try my best to make it up to you in the future.

“Make it up to me?” Dustin scoffed, “Oh, Dahlia, you think too highly of yourself. Do you think I actually care?”

“Then what do you care about? Or perhaps, is there anything you need help on?” she asked tentatively.

“Sorry. I don’t need anything. I just need you to get far away from me,” Dustin responded.

“Do you hate me that much?” Dahlia frowned. She felt an inexplicable stabbing pain in her chest. “Yeah. You played me like a dog. Am I supposed to put on a pitiful dog act to please you?” Dustin mocked.

“I’m sorry…” Dahlia took in a deep breath, but, in the end, she could only lower her head.

“Forget it. Don’t show me that pitiful expression of yours. It’s repulsive.” Dustin’s words were harsh.

“I…” She was unable to continue. There were many times she wanted to tell him the truth but couldn’t. That was because she knew him well. Once he found out the truth, he would definitely make an enemy out of Luis. He would probably even try something foolish that might lead to his demise.

to live peacefully Even if that meant carrying the

blue, she asked,” How are things with you

woman. I can tell she likes you a lot. It’s just that both of you have different social standings. You need to work harder to catch up to

worry about that,” he

into your relationship? Anyways, I wish both of

smile that tender on her face. “What exactly are you

having a drink. Will you drink a

SH

on, we shall be strangers. Please don’t

time!” He turned

Dahlia reached out and grabbed

lost!” Looking annoyed, Dustin shrugged

fell to the floor, her hand landing on broken pieces of glass. Blood dripped down, as the glass crystals dug into her palms. She frowned but

was hurt, Dustin extended his hand, about to help her up, when he froze midway. After thinking about everything that had happened, he decided to be

ignored her injury.

to Luis tomorrow. After that, I’ll be leaving for Stonia and starting my life as Mrs. Langford. Today should be our final meeting. Thank you for taking care of me these past three years. I’ll never

wanted to speak but didn’t know

the building when she suddenly stopped in her tracks. She had noticed a -familiar face. It was Natasha,

of Dustin for me. I wish both of you the best.” After she said that she brushed

Dahlia woke up on the wrong side of the bed

back?” Dustin

worried, of course. What if something

weaklings. They can’t hurt me.

up on his unusual behavior. “What’s wrong? Did

said she’s getting engaged tomorrow.” Dustin put on a