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.

when is Ms. Nicholson

deal with, so she can’t come. You can put everything away. I’m sorry, everyone.” Dustin smiled politely

confused glances. Why had the carefully planned dinner gone

a Barkarole

Langford, I can’t drink anymore. Let’s stop here tonight.”

of wine

was flushed, and she

that mess. You can’t be

glass unhappily.

one glass.” Florence, who was sitting beside them,

to save James, so they had to

troubled. Knowing her limits, she was sure she’d collapse

Dahlia. This is the last glass.”

the last glass. You shouldn’t embarrass him.” Florence

the glass to her lips and downed the entire thing. As soon as the liquid settled, she