Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1003

In the grand hall, Dustin's sudden outburst had created an atmosphere thick with tension. But then, as everyone watched Dustin's face softening when he looked at Brielle, it felt like a breath of fresh spring air had just blown in.

"You're still getting used to these events, so make sure no one messes with you, alright? And this dress... too many people in white tonight. I searched everywhere and couldn't find you. Next time, skip the sequins. Just wear a massive diamond tiara so I can spot you right away!" Dustin said with a warm smile. Brielle thought to herself that it was a bit over the top. He was treating her like she was made of the most delicate glass, afraid she'd shatter with a touch or dissolve in his mouth.

Dustin, doting brother extraordinaire!

The crowd was stunned. Sure, Dustin had always been affectionate with the women around him, but the way he fussed over Brielle was next level.

With other women, it was about respect. Dustin had his fair share of romances, but none of his exes ever ran to the media to expose him, nor did they vent on social media. Instead, a few exes seemed to post wistful updates online, perhaps hoping to catch his attention. But once Dustin moved on, he never looked back.

With the others, he maintained control. But with Brielle, he softened completely. It was like her joys and sorrows were his own. Anyone who messed with Brielle had it worse than if they'd crossed him.

Initially, Dustin had planned to keep Brielle's true identity a secret because of her fragile state. The last thing he needed was for people to target her during a vulnerable moment. He couldn't bear the thought of Brielle facing danger again. Even though the Lynch family was powerful, there were always cracks in even the strongest defenses.

Take Max Dorsey, for example. Wasn't he a force to be reckoned with? Yet, in the end, he lost everything.

Dustin didn't show his affection for Brielle publicly, rumors of discord could spread among the North American elite. This could lead people trying to curry favor with him to target Brielle. So,

time, experienced a profound sense of loss. This was what she had always longed for, but she never

Though Aubree Clements and Keiran hadn't arrived yet, Brielle felt

as she was about to tell Dustin, a flurry of welkwishers surrounded them, likely offering congratulations to the Lynch family. Concerned for his grandmother, who wasn't used to such events and had attended in secrecy, Dustin decided to escort her home first, asking Brielle to wait for him. Dustin still had people

to Brielle, so

obediently stayed behind.

to approach, opting instead to watch from

Someone significant is supposed to arrive

"Which Dorsey family?"

to buy a mountain together. But in the end, only the Lynch family got the permit, dominating the

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