An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

“Dad, what do you think?” Jonathan asked, turning to Simon.

“A guest has arrived, so we can’t be rude. Invite them to the living room so we can discuss things properly,” Simon replied calmly.

Anders represented the Mosey family, and regardless of his intentions, Simon couldn’t simply turn him away. As for the proposed marriage alliance, it was a matter that required thorough consideration.

“Understood,” the butler replied promptly before leaving.

“Go on with your meal. I’m going to meet with Anders,” Simon said, excusing himself from the table.

Jonathan, Jensen, and Jovian exchanged glances and, without hesitation, followed their father. They were curious to see what the Mosey family had in mind.

“Alright, let them handle it. Let’s focus on our meal,” Gemma Letcher, Natasha’s grandmother, said with a smile and signaled everyone to continue eating.

Three minutes later, in the Ballard family’s living room, Simon sat at the head of the table near the entrance. Jonathan and his brothers took seats to his left, arranged in order of age.

The butler soon returned, and he led several people inside.

At the front was a young man with striking features and a commanding presence. His sharp eyes gleamed with a cold intensity. This was Anders Mosey, one of Oakvale’s four princes, also known as the “Veros Warrior”.

Behind him was an elderly man with white hair, accompanied by two broad- shouldered middle-aged men.

The elderly man was around Simon’s age. Though his face was weathered, his energy was unmistakable. He walked with a deliberate, almost regal gait. His hands were clasped behind his back, exuding an air of authority.

Zack commanded immense respect within the Mosey family, and no one dared

the two middle-aged men behind Zack, they were grandmasters and consultants for the Moseys.

of Lachshire, and Mr. Jonathan, Mr. Jensen, and

greeted them with a polite nod. His warm smile and effortless charm immediately created a

you inform us beforehand that a distinguished guest like you was visiting? Had we known, we would have prepared a proper welcome.” Simon smiled

visit, Your Lordship.

but instead of playing the fool, he responded

Ballard brothers were taken aback by his change in demeanor. From what they know of Anders, he was a proud and haughty man. At such a young age,

assertive. Yet today, he was nothing like the forceful

become more

may I ask what brings you to

to introduce someone.” Anders stepped aside and gestured toward the elderly man. “This is my

about you,” Simon said as he stood up and

of the Mosey family. While Zack wasn’t as

while, Duke

as ever-your reputation certainly precedes you,” Zack

just a stiff, almost forced expression. Deep down,

was second only to the royal family in power among the four ancient houses. The Ballard, Fallon, and

few years to live. Once Simon passed away, the Ballard family would only grow weaker by the day. By then, they