An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“Dr. Rhys is right. You really really shouldn’t drink,” Grace said earnestly. “You’re already not thinking straight without alcohol. Who knows what’ll1 happen if you do drink?”

“Faith, I know I’m wrong. Please talk to him and let me have just one drink.” Alicia clung to Grace’s arm and pleaded. She craved alcohol so much that even a day without it made her feel restless.

“Come on, Alicia. Just hang in there for a few more days. Dr. Rhys is doing this for your own good,” Aurora said with a smile.

“What? I still have to endure a few more days!” Alicia’s face fell, and she slumped over the table, looking defeated. “How am I supposed to survive without a drink? This is torture!

“It’s okay. If you can’t drink, I’ll do it for you,” Fenley said with a slight smile. He took her glass and downed it in one gulp.

“Fenley! You-” Alicia pouted and was on the verge of crying. She felt like everyone around her was ganging up on her.

“Miss, it’s just a drink. Let me buy you one,” came a deep, resonant voice from a nearby table.

They turned to see three foreigners seated nearby. One was a towering figure with tanned skin and exuded an intimidating presence.

Another wore a clerical robe with a cross around his neck as he smiled warmly. The third was dressed in a suit. He looked handsome and noble.

These three men were George, Jeremiah, and Bill.

as you. May I have the pleasure to invite you for a drink?” Bill smiled and approached them with a glass of

his looks and charisma. Plus, he was convinced that any woman

those who played hard to get usually succumbed to his advances. Once they were in his bed, he would relish

you?” Alicia looked at him

Wolfe from Esmington. I’ve been honored with an aristocratic title

but his status was just as

remained neutral, though her eyes

he was trying so hard to flaunt his aristocratic title as if it were

lack of interest caught Bill off guard. He had expected a warmer reception but was met with indifference instead. He had heard that women

there’s an old saying in Dragonmarsh that crossing paths is a sign of destiny. Since we’ve met, would you join me

Please leave,” Alicia

had no interest in. arrogant ones like Bill. Besides, she found Dustin

fine wines. I happen to have a collection of rare wines at home. How about I bring some for you to try?” Bill

in the mood for a drink

hint? She had already turned him down, but he

is not interested, so can you leave us alone while we eat?” Aurora asked bluntly, making it clear they wanted to be left