An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 864

“Hey! I’m warning you, don’t mess with me!” Julian took a few quick steps back in fear when he saw Dustin’s threatening posture.

He hadn’t brought any bodyguards today; only a few pretty women came with him. It would be difficult for him to handle such a reckless fellow alone.

“Fellow guests. Please, calm down.” Samuel noticed the tension in the air.

He mediated the situation with a smile. “We’ve gathered here today for serious business. Let’s not spoil the mood. Whatever it is, we can discuss things calmly while seated.”

“Alright. Since Mr. Franklin has spoken up, I’ll respect that.” Dustin nodded and settled back into his seat.

Since they came for the Jade Maiden Scripture, it was inappropriate to fight now. He could deal with someone like Julian anytime he wanted, anyway.

“Hmph! And here I thought you had the guts. But it seems like you’re all bark!” Julian sneered. He assumed Dustin was hesitant to act because of his identity.

“You dress up so shabbily, and yet you dared challenge Mr. Nicholson? Don’t flatter yourself!” The haughty women with Julian looked at Dustin with disdain.

“Alright, since our esteemed guests have arrived, let’s begin.” With everyone seated, Samuel proceeded without delay and gestured.

delicately crafted wooden box. Upon opening the wooden box,

unmistakable words were on the cover–Jade

Maiden Scripture!” Everyone’s eyes lit

that her breathing grew rapid. She couldn’t believe that it

been a lie to say she didn’t have doubts about

guests, getting my hands on this treasure wasn’t

you should know that the Jade Maiden Scripture is an ancient. and long–lost

will not only improve their skills. They

words, everyone grew excited. Especially the

long life and eternal youth. Every woman cared

not let the treasure fall into someone else’s hands. We must take it home!” The haughty

take it from us as long as I am here.

if I give this treasure to her as a gift,” The man in the golden mask murmured to

a price; I’m taking it home with me!”

value is not up to me but to you, my fellow guests. Whatever you suggest as the price will be the price.” Samuel smiled

letting me decide the value of it? Alright, I’ll pay ten million!” Julian raised his index. finger,

ten million? I’ll pay 50 million for