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; everyone who’s not involved,

the exit; they knew Hugo meant business.

this one!” Pablo sneered, his

tomorrow morning,” Cody said as he left, avoiding getting caught in

You brought this on yourself by offending the powerful figures of Oakvale. You’ll probably

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

understood that negotiating with Pablo might have

family held no significance. Stepping in could

Golden Balcony was cleared out within three minutes. Only the Langford family members blocked the

just the two of you,” Hugo said,

“Any last words?”

want to call Mr. Ethan. You’ll regret it