An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Your Majesty, forgive me for being direct, but I don’t agree with you,” Dustin said. He continued seriously, “While it might be normal for you to have multiple wives, in my view, a monogamous marriage is the only way to go.

“Not to mention, a loveless marriage is a dead marriage. I don’t wish to put myself or another person in that situation.”

Grace was surprised at Dustin’s words and seemed to look at him in a different light after that.

Most powerful and influential men in Oakvale had multiple women. The remaining minority either had wives from influential backgrounds, making it unwise to cheat publicly, or struggled with impotence.

It was rare to find men like Dustin who had self-control and refrained from engaging in improper relationships.

“Logan, do you not like Grace? Or do you think that she is not worthy of you? “Valon probed.

His daughter dominated the Beauty Ranking. She was at the top, whether in terms of looks or talents. Countless young talents across the land aspired to catch a glimpse of her captivating beauty. In theory, a normal man wouldn’t refuse such an opportunity.

of her. Moreover, my heart already belongs to someone else, and it cannot accommodate another,”

it then. A forced marriage is meaningless. We can discuss this another time.” Valon

believed that matters like this took time. Logan was only refusing because he hadn’t fully noticed

why there was no

Majesty.”

should go back and rest. Take your time

turned to Grace. “Grace, please see Logan out

nodded and stood

be taking my leave first, Your Majesty.” After Dustin bowed deeply,

taken another sip from his teacup when he started coughing violently again. The clear tea soon turned a

If only I had a bit more time. Three years. I just need three years to unite

Palace, Dustin was following Grace

Grace said after

and had no intention of getting married yet. Dustin’s refusal had

are you thanking me?”