An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Chapter 1148: Just joking

“You say that again?”

Scarlet’s expression turned icy as she held her sword with one hand, its tip pressed against Natasha’s throat. With a slight forward movement, she could end Natasha’s life in an instant.

Natasha, seeing the sharp blade so close to her neck, couldn’t help but furrow her brows. She hadn’t expected Scarlet to be so impulsive, drawing her sword at the slightest provocation. It was clear that this wasn’t a mere threat; another provocative word could result in her demise.

It seemed that she had encountered a formidable opponent.

“Stop!”

Just as they were locked in a standoff, Dustin suddenly rushed in.

“Dustin, you’re here?” Upon seeing him, Scarlet immediately sheathed her sword, her previous coldness replaced by a friendly smile, like that of a neighbor’s little sister.

“Scarlet, what were you doing just now?” Dustin frowned, showing some displeasure.

“It’s nothing, I was just joking with Miss Natasha,” Scarlet replied with a smile.

“Joking?” Dustin turned his gaze to Natasha and asked in a soft voice, “Are you alright?”

“I’m fine. I was just a bit bored, so I wanted to see Miss Scarlet’s sword. She simply handed it to me,” Natasha smiled.

These words surprised Scarlet. She had thought that Natasha might report the incident, but unexpectedly, she had come to her rescue.

and blades have no eyes. Be careful in the future. I don’t want any harm to come to either of you. Do you understand?” Dustin’s gaze, as he said the last three words, shifted to Scarlet, carrying a hint

I understand,” Scarlet lowered her

in the Dragonmarsh would dare to reprimand

put on a professional fake smile and then walked

unease for no apparent reason. But there

of them walked to a secluded spot, and Natasha suddenly stopped and turned around. Her smile grew

the more she smiled, the more Dustin felt uneasy, sensing a hidden agenda behind her

to ask? Just ask, I have

jumpy; I’m not about to devour you,” she reassured him, flashing a warm smile.

sharing the scoop. “Well, Scarlet’s actually part of the Spanner clan over in Stonia, and folks call her the

of War?” She was genuinely taken aback. “I never

and joy, a standout among the younger generation, holding an enviable position

did she come looking for you?” She had always known

our childhood, and change doesn’t come easy for her. But I’m hopeful that over time, she’ll come to see things

really were childhood sweethearts?” She pressed further, a touch of bitterness in her

childhood pact; it’s not something serious,” Dustin shook his head, emphasizing the lack of real commitment. “The ties between our families have faded since my mother passed away, and I genuinely see her as

“Sister? But it seems like she doesn’t

heartfelt. “Even if she’s beautiful, she can’t hold a candle to

across Natasha’s face. “Well, I didn’t expect you, the unflappable man, to be such

the

her mood lightening. “I won’t blame you for whatever went down with Scarlet, but be cautious. That girl seems to lean

was renowned as a ruthless and unforgiving female warlord who wouldn’t hesitate to take lives.