An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Having spent so many years in South City, this was the first time anyone had the guts to talk to Hugo like this. It was like playing with fire.

“Yep, you heard me right.” Dustin nodded seriously. “This is getting interesting…” Hugo suddenly burst into laughter, but his expression turned ice cold.

“Kid, I’ve met no one as audacious as you. Demanding the Langford family’s assets-that’s quite the bold move! “I could hand you the Golden Balcony, but would you want it?”

“If you hand it over, I want it. If you don’t, I’ll just have to snatch it,” Dustin replied bluntly.

“Hahaha…” Hugo’s laughter now seemed to be filled with anger than amusement.

“Kid! Do you even know what you’re getting into? You’re playing with fire, and it will burn you!” He spat out the last few words through gritted teeth.

“We’ll soon find out who’s playing with fire,” Dustin replied, his face impassive.

“Alright, I hope you don’t end up begging for mercy later. I like your guts, 11 Hugo said, raising his hand abruptly.

off the cameras! Clear the room; everyone who’s not involved, get

gamblers in the VIP room hurried for the exit; they knew Hugo meant business. After tonight, two bodies

out of this one!” Pablo sneered, his eyes

to collect bodies tomorrow morning,” Cody said as he left, avoiding

the powerful figures of Oakvale. You’ll probably

Cody out. Harper pondered. “If Dustin had asked for mercy earlier, there might have been a glimmer of hope. But now, it’s too

here too. Best of luck,” Lana sighed, regretfully leaving the VIP room. Lana understood that negotiating with Pablo

held no significance. Stepping in could only spell

cleared out within three minutes. Only the Langford

the two of you,” Hugo said, lighting

“Any last words?”

call Mr. Ethan. You’ll regret it