An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“But… I still can’t accept this,” Nathaniel said. He clenched his jaw, and his eyes burned with fury.

He was only one step away from success, so why would Valon choose to interfere with his plan now of all times?

Did this mean his father had never intended to name him crown prince? Had all that past favoritism been nothing but an act?

“If you want to accomplish something great, you need patience. You can’t afford to rush things,” Cynthia said earnestly.

She continued, “One setback doesn’t mean the end, and a few lost treasures aren’t worth worrying over. As long as you’re still standing, there’s always another chance. I’ll be here for you, and so will the Spanner family.”

Nathaniel’s expression finally softened.

Even without the Dracan essence to strengthen his claim to the throne, he still had his mother, the backing of the Spanner family, and the network he’d carefully built over the years. With all that behind him, he had what it took to challenge Matthias and Tristan.

“What’s done is done. Don’t dwell on it,” Cynthia said. “Logan has great potential, and there’s a good chance he might be the next Prince of West Lucozia. Your father holds him in high regard.

“Even if he has crossed you, you must act as though nothing happened, for the greater good. Show goodwill. Try to bring him to your side. Tolerance is a key quality for a crown prince.”

Nathaniel took a deep breath to calm himself, then nodded. “I understand, Mother. Thank you for your advice. I know what to do now.”

you’re willing to put in the effort, there’s

only flaw was his lack of tolerance. If he could overcome that, he would have a

visited Dustin. His expression was no longer gloomy like the day before. Instead, his face was

walked briskly into the courtyard. When he saw Dustin, he bowed respectfully and said, “Logan, I apologize for my

book aside and

yesterday were meant to ensure the safety of your mansion. How

rashly yesterday and nearly made a grave mistake. That’s why I’ve come today

to apologize. I know she is quite talented. If she stays

Highness, I can’t accept this. Ms. Thorns is your

to kill him, so what had caused this drastic

Even if she left, it wouldn’t make any difference. But if

and his

gripped the hem of her

cast a pleading look at Dustin. Her eyes were filled with a mix of hope and anxiety as if

softened at the vulnerable look on her face. Thinking of how she had helped him before,

Highness insists, it would be

need anything, just say the