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

continued, “As long as you become our consultant, you’ll enjoy plenty of benefits without any

just be affiliated with us without having to do

Dustin raised an eyebrow. He

the only one to get such an

the Celestial Alliance could enjoy many benefits, but they were also expected to handle a few tasks each year. However, Alicia could tell that Dustin didn’t like being tied down or ordered

it. Plus, she valued

medical and martial arts was highly sought after anywhere. Alicia knew that bringing Dustin into the Celestial Alliance, even in name

Ms. Marshall invited me so warmly, I’ll gladly accept it,”

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

Dr. Rhys, as a consultant of Celestial Alliance!” Alicia smiled and extended her

to working with

member to the

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

Let’s continue our dinner,” Aurora said as she ushered

closed the door behind him. He peeked outside through the edge of the curtain to

he quickly drew the curtains shut and pulled out his phone to make a call. “Hey! What’s going on? I gave

do I get? You can’t even manage to kidnap one person. I’m disappointed with how the Hall of Gods planned things.” His tone was