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.

lesson, I swear!” James swore frantically. unable to stand the thought of living out his life in

now. With the Glenstead Nicholsons‘

Jane? James is in danger.

night, so our family is very unhappy. They’ve

turned to look

him!” Dahlia

James

Dahlia. 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

lives.” Florence urged.

I don’t like

some time. Would you rather see your brother being sent to prison?”

wailed.

marry Mr.

think of my future?”

Mr. Langford, and our family will become powerful too, What’s not to like about that? Besides, I’m your brother. Do you

bloodshot.

be another way.” Dahlia shut