An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Sheila! They’re lying!” Vivian was concerned about the situation. She continued, “All this talk about saving you and repaying their kindness is nonsense. From the moment Dustin approached you, it was all part of his master plan to win your favor. Don’t be fooled by him!”

Evan interjected, “She’s right, Sheila! He’s a sly guy with hidden motives. You have to be careful!”

As she listened to them, Sheila’s momentary guilt vanished. She realized that Dustin’s actions were not out of genuine kindness. Instead, he had ulterior motives.

She saw his true nature yesterday. And now, she no longer felt any obligation or kindness toward him. Sheila took a deep breath and glanced at Dustin. “Dustin! I don’t want to see you anymore. Please leave.”

“You-”

Just as Cornelius was about to say something, Dustin interrupted him. Dustin looked disappointed. “Miss Murray, it seems you don’t like me. Then, I’ll leave now. Goodbye.” With that, he turned and walked to the door.

noticed her determination to throw him out. So, there was no reason to stay there anymore. He believed he had conveyed his warm wishes by attending Christopher’s birthday

Vivian sneered. “Someone, get word to Sir Edgar. As soon as Dustin leaves,

was determined to make Dustin feel the consequences of attacking Jayden. He knew he couldn’t disrupt the celebration, but he didn’t want Dustin to get away with what

a shout rang out from the bustling crowd. In the banquet hall, Christopher entered with a group of people. With his

silent wave of reverence went through the room.

“Greetings, General Murray!”

the formidable general. Earlier, Vivian and the others had caused quite

casually intertwined her arm with his. To her, he was simply a

inside,” Christopher

regarded him with respect. Caden and the other Murray

in the grand hall. Dustin was about to leave when Christopher’s attention was drawn to him. “Hey, kid,