An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“Mr. Rhys, you’re so generous,” Felicia said. “I don’t know how to repay you.”

She lightly ran her fingers over the smooth surface of the ornate box. Her eyes shimmered with unshed tears as she looked up at Dustin gratefully.

“It was nothing, Ms. Thorns. Don’t mention it,” he replied with an indifferent smile. “Besides, this Dracan essence was always destined for Prince Nathaniel. I’m merely delivering it.”

Felicia smiled earnestly. “What do you want in return? If it’s within my power, I’ll gladly help.”

Dustin replied, “I’m not asking for anything. I only hope that if I ever find myself in trouble, Prince Nathaniel will be willing to help me.”

“I get it now.” Felicia nodded.

Dustin wasn’t asking for treasure, but rather seeking a favor from Nathaniel.

With Nathaniel’s current status, his favor was more valuable than any treasure.

If he ascended the throne and became king, the value of that favor would increase exponentially. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that, even if Dustin were guilty of a heinous crime, this favor could spare his life.

Felicia had to admit that it was undeniably a smart move.

“It’s getting late, so I’ll let you get some rest,” she said.

She stood and gave a polite bow, then smoothly changed the subject. “If you’re interested, I would be honored to match wits with you over a game of chess.”

Seeing the startled look on Dustin’s face, Felicia smiled knowingly and turned to leave. Her pastel pink dress fluttered gently in the breeze and gradually disappeared from view from the courtyard gate.

bewitching temptress,” he muttered and shook his

have good self -control, but he nearly lost it under Felicia’s

all that

the guesthouse, Felicia briskly walked toward Nathaniel’s study. She gently knocked on the door. Upon

it go?

of tea. He regarded her more as an esteemed consultant than a subordinate. After all, she had proven

obtained the

“Oh?”

raised an eyebrow, then eagerly took the box and opened

his eyes lit up with joy. He couldn’t help but exclaim,

gripped the ornate box tightly, as if it

this task to take more effort, but everything had

Your Highness.” She bowed her head slightly

her as a consultant, Felicia knew better than

Dracan essence. Has he made any decision regarding his allegiance?

replied, “Mr. Rhys said he still needs time to think it over. This isn’t something that can be rushed. He asked for your

his intelligence, I’m sure he understands your sincerity. But since this concerns his future, it’s only

obtained the Dracan essence. Whether he joins us or

Dustin was still observing the situation and waiting

might offer support when things were already in their

treated with the respect

had fallen like a heavy curtain over the mansion. Moonlight broke through the clouds and cast a