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.

a bewitching temptress,” he muttered

but he

over the Dracan essence, all that was left was to wait for the

study. She gently knocked on the door.

it go? Any update?”

gestured to her to sit as he poured her a cup of tea. He regarded her more as an esteemed consultant than a

completed the task. I have obtained the Dracan essence,” Felicia said as she respectfully presented the ornate

“Oh?”

an eyebrow, then eagerly took the box and

with joy. He couldn’t help but exclaim, “Excellent! Felicia, you’ve done

the ornate box tightly, as if it

had expected this task to take more effort, but everything had gone so smoothly. He knew sending Felicia was

serve, Your Highness.” She bowed her head slightly and spoke

a consultant, Felicia knew better than to take

has already handed over the Dracan essence. Has he made any decision regarding his allegiance? Does

said he still needs time to think it over. This isn’t something that can be rushed.

your sincerity. But since this

obtained the Dracan essence. Whether he joins us or not, we’ll figure that out

he could tell Dustin was still observing

support when things were already in their favor. However, he wasn’t someone who’d step in

to fully commit, he deserved to be treated with the respect he was due. Even his

Moonlight broke through the