An Understated Dominance

Chapter 299

Dahlia didn’t pick up the first two times. It wasn’t until his third attempt that the call got through.

“Hey, Dahlia. Didn’t you tell me to treat you to dinner? Why aren’t you here yet?” Dustin asked.

“About that I’m sorry, but something came up. I might not be able to leave any time soon.” Dahlia’s voice sounded strange.

“It’s alright. Work is more important. Take your time. I won’t bother you.” Dustin answered understandingly despite the tinge of regret.

Dahlia hummed. “I’ll treat you another day.”

“Sure.” Dustin smiled. He was just about to hang up when he heard a familiar voice.

“Dahlia, who are you calling? Hurry up. You’ve got to drink with me-”

With a beep, the call ended.

is Ms. Nicholson arriving?”

something to deal with, so she can’t come. You can put everything away. I’m sorry, everyone.”

Why had the carefully planned dinner gone

a Barkarole

can’t drink anymore. Let’s stop here tonight.” Dahlia waved

of wine came

and she was light–headed,

get your brother out of that mess. You can’t be that ungrateful,

glass unhappily.

drink it, Dahlia. It’s just one glass.” Florence, who was sitting beside them,

here because they wanted to save James,

her limits, she was sure she’d

anymore, Dahlia. This is the last glass.” Luis pushed

Dahlia? It’s the last glass. You shouldn’t embarrass

a deep breath, Dahlia lifted the glass to her lips and downed the entire thing. As soon as the liquid settled, she felt herself getting