An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

As if it was a fairy tail, Natasha turned out to be the granddaughter of the Duke of Lachshire. Her newfound identity commanded respect, as Natasha effortlessly overshadowed Lana.

For a moment, Lana couldn't shake the feeling of inferiority. However, realizing that such an outstanding woman had chosen Dustin, Lana felt reassured in her judgment.

"Honestly, it caught me off guard because I didn't know she was the Duke of Lachshire's granddaughter when I first met her," Dustin shrugged.

"So, you lucked out big time?" Lana teased.

"Something along those lines." Dustin chuckled without explicitly confirming or denying it.

"Cheers to you two and a whole life of happiness!" Lana raised her beer, clinked it with Dustin's, and then downed it in one go.

The two continued their conversation over drinks, feeling even more at ease without the complexities of a romantic relationship.

deep in her heart. In the grand

you had to claim them as your own. Being friends, sharing a drink

Dustin decided to call it a night. Lana

gazed at the ceiling.

picked it up and saw

it's already late. Can't it wait until tomorrow?" Lana lazily

home. Hurry back!" The voice on the

Lana was

over the phone. You'll know when you get here."

while." After hanging up, Lana didn't

another set of clothes and immediately