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?”

suddenly changed the

our consultant, you’ll

you’ll just be affiliated with us without having

so?” Dustin raised an eyebrow. He was quite surprised upon hearing

not for anyone. You’re the only one to

they were also expected to handle a few tasks each year. However, Alicia could

deserved it. Plus,

medical and martial arts was highly sought after anywhere. Alicia knew that bringing Dustin into

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 obligations. To him, it was an ideal

of Celestial Alliance!”

working with you.” Dustin shook

member to the

If you hadn’t brought him here, I would never have discovered such a

formalities. Let’s continue our dinner,” Aurora said as she ushered everyone to the

near the courtyard and gently closed the door behind him. He peeked outside through the edge of the curtain to ensure

“Hey! What’s going on? I gave you the

what do I get? You can’t even manage to kidnap one person. I’m disappointed with