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.

the room;

as he gave the order, the gamblers in the VIP room hurried for the exit; they knew Hugo meant business. After tonight, two bodies might end up in the

out of this

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

offending the powerful figures of Oakvale. You’ll probably vanish without a trace

a final glance at Dustin before following Cody out. Harper pondered. “If Dustin had asked for mercy earlier, there

Lana sighed, regretfully leaving the VIP room. Lana understood that negotiating

family’s viewpoint, the Camron family held no significance. Stepping in could only spell

Only the Langford

it’s just the two of you,” Hugo said, lighting a cigarette and exhaling a cloud

“Any last words?”

you might want to call Mr. Ethan. You’ll