An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

With the knife clenched tightly, Lana applied more pressure, and the wound on her neck deepened.

Matteo's heart ached as he saw that, helpless against his daughter. He eventually gave in. "Alright, I'll let you two go. But starting today, you're no longer part of the Camron family!"

He declared sternly, "From now on, we're done. I'll act like I never had a daughter like you, Lana."

"Dad?" Lana quivered, her face etched with anguish.

"I'm not your father anymore! Leave now!" Matteo waved, signaling the guards to step back. Then he turned away, refusing to look at Lana.

Tears filled his eyes without him realizing it. He muttered, "Lana, live well. Go away from this treacherous place like Oakvale. I wish you happiness."

"Dad, I'm sorry." Lana was hit with a wave of guilt as she saw Matteo's hunched figure. After a brief hesitation, she wiped away her tears, grabbed Dustin, and rushed toward the door.

Dustin couldn't help but ask,

Moseys' spies are everywhere; we need to leave quickly. If they find out, you

Dustin in tow, Lana hurriedly ran, her eyes

slightly. He thought, "Is

Lana carefully led Dustin to the mansion's back door,

turned to Dustin. She quickly advised, "Follow

bags and leave Oakvale immediately. It's not safe here

it may not be that serious. If you're worried about Scott,

of Veros Warrior and the Moseys. Even Ms. Harmon can't afford to offend

what about you?" Dustin

to escape

is after you. He probably won't harm