An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Um… Brian, you were drugged earlier. Thank goodness Dr. Rhys saved you. Otherwise, you might be in grave danger.” Alicia quickly spoke up to break the awkward silence.

“What? He saved me?” Brian looked at Dustin in disbelief. “Are you sure about that? I don’t remember any of this.”

“You lost your senses because you were drugged and almost caused a disaster. If Dr. Rhys hadn’t intervened, the consequences would have been unimaginable,” she said earnestly.

“Yes. You should thank Dr. Rhys,” Aurora chimed in with a nod.

“Hmph! Who asked him to save me? He’s just sticking his nose where it doesn’t belong!” Brian scoffed and glared at Dustin disdainfully.

“I’m tired. I’m heading back to my room to rest,” he added coldly before leaving.

He had looked down on Dustin since meeting him. Hence, it was a blow to his pride when he learned that Dustin had saved him. Naturally, Brian couldn’t accept this outcome, and apologizing to Dustin was out of the question.

“Dr. Rhys, I’m sorry about Brian’s attitude. He’s stubborn and terrible with words. Please don’t take it to heart.

“Alicia smiled apologetically.

“It’s okay.” Dustin shrugged. He never expected Brian to shower him with gratitude. As long as he didn’t cause any trouble, Dustin would be grateful.

“Dr. Rhys, what do you think about my earlier proposal at the dinner table?”

changed the

our consultant,

you’ll just be affiliated with

eyebrow. He was quite surprised upon hearing

anyone. You’re the only one to get such an offer,”

handle a few tasks each year. However, Alicia could tell that Dustin didn’t like

such generous terms. He deserved it. Plus, she valued

highly sought after anywhere. Alicia knew that bringing Dustin into the Celestial Alliance, even in name only, would bring great

so warmly, I’ll gladly accept it,” Dustin agreed after

biggest concern with joining any guild was the hassle and restriction, but Alicia’s offer was perfect-benefits without

as a consultant of Celestial Alliance!” Alicia smiled and

you. I’m looking forward to working with you.” Dustin shook her

member to

hadn’t brought him here, I would never have

enough with the formalities. Let’s continue our dinner,” Aurora

near the courtyard and gently closed the door behind him. He peeked outside through the

“Hey! What’s going on? I gave you the address,

even manage to kidnap one person. I’m disappointed with how the Hall of