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 and got up to

Why had the carefully planned dinner gone to

inside a Barkarole Hotel

Let’s stop here tonight.” Dahlia

wine came towards

was flushed, and she was light–headed,

mess. You can’t

glass unhappily.

it, Dahlia. It’s just one glass.” Florence, who

save James, so they had to make sure they

limits, she was sure she’d collapse if she

won’t force you anymore, Dahlia. This is the last glass.” Luis pushed the glass towards her once

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

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