An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Chapter 97

Chapter 97

“I’m just trying to remind you to think twice before you act. Just because you have support from the higher- ups doesn’t mean you can run amok.” With a solemn look, Dahlia added, “Dustin, you must realize that your worth has to be backed by ability. Currying favors with powerful people can propel you to greater heights, but it won’t last unless you can prove you’re a person of high caliber. So don’t think you’re all high and mighty-

consider this a lesson from me.”

Dustin snickered upon hearing this. “How can you be sure that I’m currying favors with the powerful?”

“Is that not the case? If it weren’t for Ms. Harmon’s reputation, would the Cobra have let you go so easily?” Dahlia didn’t hold back with her remark.

“Whatever you say. I know that, whatever I do, I’m nothing but a useless prick in your eyes,” Dustin sneered as

he shook his head.

First impressions truly were tough to change. Even with the evidence in front of their eyes, some people would simply refuse to believe it. They preferred scouring for excuses in an attempt to consolidate their prejudices.

“Oh, Dustin, don’t be disheartened. Keep your dignity and utilize your capabilities to carve out your own career and legacy instead of being a lazy bum who leeches off others,” Dahlia urged in a deep voice.

“So what if I’m a bum? Catching easy fish is also a skill. It just means I work smart,” Dustin shrugged.

“You…” Dahlia was starting to get annoyed. She had put sincere effort into trying to talk sense into him, but

to mention the fact that he did not

apparent that there was no saving some people from

forth, a few patrol cars pulled up and

doors of the patrol cars swung open, and several uniformed police officers stepped out and approached

said one of the

responded, “Is

just received a report that you’ve stolen some valuable

there must be a misunderstanding.” Dustin declared, squinting

ask what’s inside this

“Panax root.”

Come with us immediately for further investigation!” The officer said little

handcuffed Dustin.

exactly is going on?” exclaimed Dahlia, as she

are you?” asked the patrol

friend,” she

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You could be an accomplice. Take her away as

clicked a pair of handcuffs around Dahlia’s wrists. This incident left everyone at the scene

her. It’s all

my daughter! If you want to arrest

officer! My sister is innocent. She’s a kind soul!” James exclaimed,

police officer. With