An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 371

Florence and the others present were stunned into silence as they took in Dustin’s righteous speech. Their faces were etched with disbelief. How dare he humiliate the highly respected third matriarch of the Nicholsons in public!

“You… insolent brat! You? Teach me a lesson? Do you know I can bring your family to ruins with just one word?” Gloria cradled her burning face as she screeched in anger, losing her previous dignified elegance.

“You can try.” Dustin showed no signs of fear.

came all the way here to Swinton just to elevate your family to a higher status. And yet, you’re not only ungrateful, but you dare rebel against me? I believe

Gloria, let’s not be rash, shall we? This punk has nothing to do with us. You can’t put the blame on us for

guy is their son–in–law!” “Ex–ex–son–in–law! They got a divorce a long time ago!” Florence corrected

one cares about your complicated relationships! Since he’d already married into the Nicholsons, he’s a part of your family!” Gloria continued with a dark expression, “Your family

there? Hurry up and get on your knees!” “You can kneel

you? This brat has no manners!” Gloria was irritated

to apologize!” As Florence erupted in fury, she stood up and was about to land

his teeth and said coldly, “Don’t involve me in your buttering–up

your hands on me? Dahlia!

for visiting. If you’re here for a serious matter, please get to the point. I believe it’s pointless if you’re just here to show off your authority.” Even though Dahlia was grateful

her.

bold of you! How dare you use that tone with Grandma?” Dakota reprimanded her

wrong with my tone? I’m just asking for an explanation. If the family patriarch thinks

you wish to discuss serious matters, we’ll follow the usual discourse!” Gloria backed off at the mention of the family patriarch, but her