An Understated Dominance Chinese Novel

Chapter 900

Dustin sat across the circular table, his gaze fixed upon Nikki Horst, a moment of shock etched across his face.

He wore an expression of astonishment, his features mirroring disbelief.

It was hard for him to fathom that the person who had administered the potion was none other than Nikki Horst.

“Is it really you? How could it possibly be you?!”

Cornelius’s eyes widened, his emotions oscillating between shock, bewilderment, and an underlying anger.

Never had he anticipated that Nikki Horst, who had been treated with kindness by Dustin, would be revealed as a traitor.

“Apologies… I’m so sorry…”

Confronted with the inquiries, Nikki Horst’s eyes darted away, her countenance heavy with guilt.

She dared not even lift her gaze.

“Why?”

Dustin’s incredulity was palpable, three simple words escaping his lips with effort.

of a younger sister due to

journey to the Jade Maid Palace to extricate her

dreams had he conceived that his tireless efforts would be met with

Girl Palace is my home. They’re my family. I had no choice, truly… I had no choice. I’m deeply

Horst’s head shook, her voice strained

master’s will, nor could she dare

generosity of the Jade Maiden Palace towards you. Why do you continue to toil for them?”

His confusion was genuine.

school and treated with disdain, he couldn’t fathom why Nikki Horst clung tenaciously to her loyalty and

“I… I…”

speak, but words

lowered her head, settling into silence. “Young man, is your

is my apprentice, hailing from the Jade Maid Palace. Naturally, she owes me allegiance. If

never changes its spots. Who asked you to place your trust in women?

from

triumph, as if they’d emerged victorious

I’m a fool. I invested my heart and soul into someone I’d only just met.” A self-deprecating chuckle

greatly, shaped by their experiences. Nelson’s unwavering loyalty and affection didn’t extend universally, as evidenced

the Jade Girl Palace and its inhabitants had

efforts on Nikki Horst’s behalf would eventually awaken

proved far removed from

sake of a Jade Girl Palace that had discarded her like an

a display of ingratitude sent shivers down the

wish to survive, hand over the Jade

secured the Jade Girl Scripture.

Nikki Horst stepped forward, presenting a

given her during their earlier meal,