An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Chapter 297

“Enough. Stop fighting. Let us know what happened first.” Florence said worriedly.

“I’m not sure what happened either.” James sobbed. “I blacked out after drinking with my friends. By the time I

woke up, I was already in the car, and there was wreckage everywhere. I was so scared I ran away immediately, but I got caught the same night.”

“You did a hit–and–run? Do you know how severe this crime is? You won’t be getting out without a decade or

two of jail time!” Dahlia spat.

“What?” James immediately paled. “I’m still young. I don’t want to go to jail. Please save me!”

“You have to pay the price for your mistakes. How can you think that you’ll be safe after killing someone?”

Dahlia sighed. Although she loved her brother dearly, she could do nothing about his crime.

do this again! I’ve learned my lesson, I swear!” James swore frantically.

I’ll call you aunt right now. With the Glenstead

Jane? James is in danger. He ran his car into somebody and killed them. Could you make

Florence, but Dahlia ran away from her date last night, so our family is very

stiffened and turned to look at

never marry him!”

about it. Deal with James on your own.” Jane hung

He’s powerful and rich, and he comes from an aristocratic family. As long as you marry him, we can save your brother and live comfortably for the rest of

lives.” Florence urged.

I don’t like him!” Dahlia

in love with him after some time. Would you rather see your

wailed.

marry Mr. Langford, or I’m doomed!”

think of my

life if you marry Mr. Langford, and our family will become powerful too, What’s not to like about that? Besides, I’m your brother. Do you want to see me rot away in jail?” James roared, his eyes

bloodshot.

T–there must be another way.”