An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Dustin agreed with what Felicia had said.

He had expected Nathaniel to use the situation as an excuse to make things difficult for him. Or perhaps put him under house arrest and keep him from leaving.

But to his surprise, Nathaniel did nothing. He even offered Dustin one of the top beauties on the Beauty Ranking.

It was clear that he was trying to establish a friendly relationship. Whether there were other motives behind this gesture didn’t matter for now. As far as Dustin was concerned, this outcome worked in his favor.

“Forget it. Let’s talk about it later, ” Dustin said.

He didn’t dwell on it and left the mansion with Felicia. Time was running out, and he couldn’t afford any delays.

He had to follow Grace’s plan and use the Dracan essence to boost his cultivation before the two royal gods of the Hall of Gods arrived.

Dustin leaned against the plush seat of a sleek luxury car. His gaze was fixed on the blur of scenery outside the window with a tense expression.

Felicia, dressed in red, gracefully sat beside him. She tilted her head slightly and looked at him with hesitation and expectation.

“Mr. Rhys,” she said softly, “I have nowhere to go now. From now on, I’ll follow you.”

Dustin frowned upon hearing that and glanced at her.

She had lowered her head, and her long lashes cast shadows over her face. Her rosy lips were pursed in an almost pitiful expression.

He rubbed his temples.

and calculative. Yet, he still had no idea what Nathaniel’s

on a whim might complicate things. But then he remembered how she’d helped him before, and he just couldn’t bring himself to turn his back on

like me is always on the move. I’ve made more enemies than friends. Staying by my side would only put you in danger. I don’t think it’s a

“It may look like I have a

and was thrilled to follow you. But I never expected you to be

her head, and her eyes glistened with tears as she looked at Dustin. Her voice trembled

quickly explained, “You’ve misunderstood me. I’m not trying to drive you away. The situation right now is complicated, and I’m dealing with my own problems. I don’t want to drag you into

a mischievous gleam, but she kept up the act of being vulnerable as

“Mr. Rhys, I’m not afraid of getting into trouble. When I first saw you, I could tell you were different

you, share your troubles, and ease your burdens, even if

with a subtle charm. Her warm breath brushed against his

and quickly distanced himself, clearing

it’s not as simple as you think. The troubles I’m dealing with

you’ve done for me. I’ll help you find a place to settle and ensure you’re well taken care of, with enough money to live comfortably for the

further. She nodded and

trying to force her

a crush on an outstanding young man like

chase after someone with desperation. With her looks and intelligence, finding

she wouldn’t pass it up. After all, only