An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Dustin asked politely, “Mr. Welch, I’ve heard that your father has awakened. Is that correct?”

“Yes, my dad has indeed woken up, but he’s still weak. His mind is somewhat clouded. I believe he needs some time to rest,” Alistair replied. Dustin reassured him, “No worries, those are just some aftereffects. He’ll be back on his feet in no time.”

Changing the topic, he continued, ” Now, Mr. Welch, about our deal. You promised me the Emerald Corolla and the Iceheart Lotus. When can I get them?”

“Well…” Alistair exchanged a glance with those beside him and hesitated.

Joanne quickly interjected, “Dr. Rhys, we have no intentions of going back on our word. However, it might take a while since we’re swamped with other things, and your request isn’t our top priority.”

“Mrs. Welch, it seems you had a different stance when we made the deal. “Dustin shook his head.

“Precious herbs are rare and can’t be easily acquired. We’ll notify you when we have any information. Your patience will be appreciated,” Joanne stated, unyielding.

Dustin replied with a wry smile, ” Patience? I’m afraid if I wait any longer, I won’t live long enough to see those herbs.”

previous conversation, he had deduced that the Welch family was determined to kill him. It was likely related to the formula of Dew Balm, a treasure precious enough to prompt them

remained cool and unyielding.” If you can’t wait, there’s not

I can no longer rely on the Welch family. We’ll go our separate ways,” Dustin declared before leaving. Joanne

“Mrs. Welch, do you have something else to

to escalate the situation, he would not

we gave you is the

soon chuckled, “Mrs.

was acquired through a trade for the formula. Why should I return

calm. “I can pay for it. Just

shook his head.

sell it, is that it? Then, consider our trade-off!” Joanne

“This is the Dew Balm formula you wrote. I’m giving it back to you, and I

you treating me like a three-year-old?” Dustin narrowed his eyes