An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Lana, who was feeling gloomy and distracted, only snapped back to attention when Matteo nudged her arm.

She forced a smile, saying, "Dustin, I've got some food and drinks ready. Please, come in."

"Thank you," Dustin replied with a smile.

As they entered, the three exchanged pleasantries. The Camron family seemed unusually calm today, and few people were in the vast estate. They chatted as they walked to the dining room.

Soon, a spread of mouth-watering dishes was brought to the table.

"Ms. Camron, you didn't just invite me for a meal, did you? Is there something on your mind?" Dustin inquired.

"I ..." Lana hesitated, momentarily lost for words. She had been in a daze the entire day. She didn't plan what she was going to say.

Fortunately, Matteo swiftly intervened, deflecting the situation. "Dustin, can't I invite you for a meal without any hidden agenda?

"Your Dew Balm has done us a great favor, opening the door for us to rise in status. Naturally, we want to express our gratitude."

a mutually beneficial situation.

will be more opportunities for cooperation in the future, and I'll need Mr.

shouting, "Come, bring that bottle of fine wine I've been saving. It

brought to the table.

wine aged for

quite a challenge to acquire, and I've been reluctant

today, I decided to bring it out for

for a treat

Matteo was enthusiastic, pouring three glasses—one

and toasted. "Dustin, here's to a pleasant collaboration

immediately lifted his

Lana in confusion.

I'm fine." Lana forced a

all

"Don't worry so much now. Let's forget our worries and

then shot a