An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

While Dustin was away, Natasha couldn’t help but worry about him. She would always keep an eye out for any news about him. But no matter how much she missed him, she wouldn’t call him.

She didn’t want to distract or cause him to lose focus on the important matters concerning the nation’s affairs. Understanding how busy he was, she kept her feelings in check and buried herself in work to keep her mind occupied.

But when Natasha finally saw Dustin again, all the emotions she had bottled up came rushing out. Months of longing turned into overwhelming affection, and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.

Her assistant, Tanya, watched in shock.

She had no idea Natasha-typically the poised, decisive, and commanding chairwoman-was in a relationship.

What surprised her even more was how different Natasha seemed around Dustin. The usually unshakable “queen 11 now appeared soft and tender in his presence.

Tanya couldn’t help but watch Dustin more closely. His looks and charisma were undeniable, and he could easily stand out in the entertainment industry.

But Natasha had always been surrounded by suitors-top executives, influential heirs, even powerful political figures. Despite their perfect appearances and impeccable backgrounds, none had ever caught her eye or won her heart.

Tanya was left wondering who Dustin really was and what it was about him that made Natasha, a woman many considered out of reach, fall for him.

“Alright, enough tears. I’m back now. Look at you your face is all blotchy.” Dustin lowered his head and cupped Natasha’s face with both hands as he gently wiped away her tears with his thumbs.

room seemed to fill

to his in a passionate kiss. Dustin froze momentarily, and his cheeks turned pink, but he

satisfaction lit up her tear-brightened eyes. Her voice carried a hint of playful reproach. “Hmph! You’ve been gone for so long, and

with a smile. “I might forget everyone but not you. The moment I got back

raised an eyebrow, clearly

said, raising his hand in

more like it.” Natasha smiled with satisfaction. To her, as long as she was in his heart,

saw you. You look like you’ve lost weight. Things must’ve been

over now. I’ll be staying in Oakvale for a while to be

No backing out!” Her eyes

let’s pinky swear.” Dustin wiggled his

her eyes but still happily linked her pinky with

It was more heartwarming than anything she had ever experienced in her

Go bring Mr. Rhys some tea,” Natasha said with a

snapped out of her

almost dinnertime. Why don’t you come over to my place? My grandparents are eager to meet you,” Natasha said with a

That soon? I wasn’t expecting this at

nervousness. It looked like