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.”

the head of the table and said, “Gage, come sit

long-awaited reunion gave him great pleasure. The rest of

of his youngest

sincere apology had cleared up the past misunderstandings. They believed the Murray family was heading toward a better

accompanied by two bodyguards. Since these bodyguards were not allowed to sit, they stood in

interest. He could

guests had gathered, Edgar stood up. He turned to them and said, “Welcome to our father’s birthday celebration. Although

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

hear a few words from the man of the hour,” Edgar announced. He turned the spotlight on

applause filled the

“I-”

and said, “May I say a few words first?” For a brief moment, Edgar