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.

learned my lesson, I swear!” James swore frantically. unable

down, James. I’ll call you aunt right now. With the

quickly drew out her phone and called Jane. “Hello? Jane? James is in danger. He ran his car into somebody and killed them. Could you make a few calls to get

last night, so our family is very unhappy. They’ve given the order that unless Dahlia marries Mr. Longford, our family will not be providing any assistance,” Jane

stiffened and turned to look at

marry him!” Dahlia immediately

James

What’s wrong with marrying Mr. Langford? 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

lives.” Florence urged.

I don’t like

time. Would you rather see your brother

wailed.

Sis. Just marry Mr. Langford, or I’m doomed!” James

ever think of my future?” Dahlia

marry Mr. Langford, and our family will become powerful too, What’s not to like about that?

bloodshot.

must be another way.” Dahlia shut