An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Sheila laughed at herself, her voice trembling with mixed emotions. “If you think of me as a friend, why did you hurt Jayden? Why did you kidnap me? What’s the point of it all?”

Dustin was momentarily speechless. He had mentioned his involvement in the fight with Jayden earlier. Still, Sheila didn’t believe him.

She had already decided, and it seemed pointless to explain. Trust faded once suspicion took hold, which he had come to accept.

“Why are you so quiet? Are you admitting you did it?” Sheila’s voice quivered with disappointment. “It seems my dad was right about you. Your past actions were just an act to gain our favor.”

She continued, “I thought you were different and special. You’re not like those who care only about power. But now I see I was mistaken.

those who pretended to be close to me but were better at hiding your true intentions. You fooled me, made me doubt myself, and almost caused problems

hate you!” Sheila shouted and began to cry. She had genuinely trusted him, believing she had found real affection,

his head and laughed bitterly. He knew Sheila had made her choice. She had chosen her family. It made sense, so he had no

letting you down. You’re right; I’m someone who seeks recognition. But I’ve never lied to you. However, that doesn’t matter now. I

avoid further disappointment. You’re safe now. I’ve fulfilled my obligation to General Murray.

The others instinctively made way for him as they were too

“Dustin…”

She reached out as if to stop him but found herself at a loss for

she had with Dustin had shattered in an instant, and

“You’ve finally seen