An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“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.

Seamus’ uncle and Anders’ granduncle. Zack commanded immense respect within the Mosey family, and no

they were grandmasters and consultants for the Moseys. Though their ranks

Lachshire, and Mr.

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

beforehand that a distinguished guest like you was visiting? Had we known, we would have prepared a

the unannounced visit, Your Lordship. I hope you’ll forgive

subtle hint, but instead of playing

by his change in demeanor. From what they know of Anders, he was a proud and haughty man. At such a young age, he held great power, with an army at his command, and had

wasn’t exactly arrogant, but he was undeniably confident and assertive. Yet today, he was nothing like the forceful figure they

he become

what brings you to my home?” Simon got straight

into that, allow me to introduce someone.” Anders stepped aside and gestured toward the elderly man. “This is my granduncle, Zack Mosey.

Simon

Zack, the third elder of the Mosey family. While Zack wasn’t as famous as his two older brothers, he still held significant influence

been a while, Duke of

certainly precedes you,” Zack said with a

no smile on his face, just a stiff, almost forced expression.

royal family in power among the four ancient houses.

high position, Zack viewed him as an old man with just a few years to live. Once Simon passed away, the Ballard family would only grow weaker by the

me, Mr. Zack,” Simon said with a smile that didn’t quite reach his eyes. He could tell from Zack’s cold attitude that something