An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

A shiver ran down Edgar and Caden’s spines as they exchanged uneasy glances. In their family, Gage had always been the golden child. Everyone favored him.

The brothers couldn’t help but wonder why Christopher wasn’t happy about Gage’s return. What caused him to put on such a stern expression even though it had been five years? Any past misunderstandings between father and son should have been cleared up long ago.

“Father, it’s my fault for being ignorant and a fool in the past. I’m sorry,” Gage said. He showed respect to his father. He continued, “I’ve reflected on myself over the years, and I know it’s my fault. I hope you forgive me.”

“Hmm?” Christopher raised an eyebrow. He knew Gage’s stubbornness, so he was surprised to hear him own up to his past mistakes. After years apart, he had never expected his son to apologize.

Gage’s change and newfound maturity shocked him. “Dad, the past is the past. Gage has admitted his mistakes. Please forgive him,” Edgar tried to mediate.

“Yes, Dad, it was just a misunderstanding then. Let’s live together in harmony from now on. There is nothing our family cannot overcome,” Caden added.

Seeing Gage’s respectful demeanor, Christopher’s expression finally softened. He waved his hand and said, ‘ Good to have you back. Take a seat.”

“Thank you, Father.”

of the table and said, “Gage, come sit

liked his youngest brother. Their long-awaited reunion gave him great pleasure. The rest of the Murray family smiled as they greeted Gage

was troubled by the departure of his youngest son. For five years, Gage’s name was

misunderstandings. They believed

including VIPS, arrived at the banquet hall. Each guest was accompanied by

great interest. He could sense their impressive presence

stood up. He turned to them and said, “Welcome to our father’s birthday celebration. Although he had hoped for a simple gathering, your presence warms our hearts. Let’s raise our glasses to celebrate this special

himself a glass of wine and emptied it, after which the guests did the same

a few words from the man of the hour,” Edgar

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few words first?” For a brief moment, Edgar was taken aback.