An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

While listening to Lana's story, Dustin couldn't help but be astonished. Despite their privileged lives, some daughters of wealthy families still had to contribute value to their families.

Either they excelled in business, continuously earning profits for the family, or were strikingly beautiful, securing benefits through an arranged marriage.

Women like Lana, both beautiful and outstanding, were crucial pawns for their families to climb the social ladder.

Therefore, she couldn't decide her marriage on her own. After all, the Camron family relied on her, and she carried the weight of the entire family.

Dustin finally understood why Lana was willing to endure gossip and tarnish her reputation. Ultimately, she had no choice, being forced into a situation beyond her control.

"Here, cheers," Dustin said, raising his can.

"Cheers!" Lana smiled, clinked their beer cans, and finished the remaining beer. She then opened two more cans, handing one to Dustin.

"I consider myself lucky to have met you. You helped me and gave me a chance to choose," Lana said with a smile.

Balm became popular, my status in the family has risen. The elders no longer forced

prominent position in Oakvale. If

then," Dustin

my future. I

helped each other,"

handsome, now that you know me well, would you consider being my boyfriend? I think we get along well," Lana suddenly blurted out, her eyes fixed on Dustin with a mixture of expectation and

usual playful demeanor, today's confession

smile stiffened, feeling awkward. "Ms. Camron, you're a great person, but I already

make things clear early

was just pulling your leg. Lighten up a bit." Lana

could fool others but not herself. She genuinely liked this intriguing and remarkable man, but he was already committed. They were meant to cross paths

joke? You startled me," Dustin said, taking a sip to ease

like? When are you going to introduce us? Maybe we can

already met her at