An Understated Dominance

Chapter 329

Dahlia put on a calm front even though she felt hurt from the icy glare Dustin was giving her. ” Dustin, I just didn’t want you to get into trouble. I didn’t do it so you can feel indebted to me,” she said nonchalantly.

“I don’t think what happens to me is any of your business.”

“I know you hate me. I know I’ve wronged you too. Il try my best to make it up to you in the future.

“Make it up to me?” Dustin scoffed, “Oh, Dahlia, you think too highly of yourself. Do you think I actually care?”

“Then what do you care about? Or perhaps, is there anything you need help on?” she asked tentatively.

“Sorry. I don’t need anything. I just need you to get far away from me,” Dustin responded.

“Do you hate me that much?” Dahlia frowned. She felt an inexplicable stabbing pain in her chest. “Yeah. You played me like a dog. Am I supposed to put on a pitiful dog act to please you?” Dustin mocked.

“I’m sorry…” Dahlia took in a deep breath, but, in the end, she could only lower her head.

“Forget it. Don’t show me that pitiful expression of yours. It’s repulsive.” Dustin’s words were harsh.

“I…” She was unable to continue. There were many times she wanted to tell him the truth but couldn’t. That was because she knew him well. Once he found out the truth, he would definitely make an enemy out of Luis. He would probably even try something foolish that might lead to his demise.

All Dahlia wished was for Dustin to live peacefully Even if that meant carrying the burden of his hatred and being his enemy, she would gladly ensure it was so.

Out of the blue, she asked,” How are things with you and Natasha?”

woman. I can tell she

don’t have to worry about

am I butting into your relationship? Anyways, I wish both of you

that tender on her face. “What exactly

I suddenly feel like having a drink. Will you

SH

have nothing to do with you any longer. From now on, we shall be strangers. Please

a second time!” He

out and

Looking annoyed, Dustin shrugged her

and fell to the floor, her hand landing on broken pieces of glass. Blood dripped down, as the glass crystals dug into her palms. She frowned but never uttered a word. The pain could never compare to the heartache

to help her up, when he froze midway. After thinking about

ignored her injury.

smiled and got up slowly. She continued, “I’m getting engaged to Luis tomorrow. After that, I’ll be leaving for Stonia and starting my life as Mrs. Langford. Today should be our final meeting. Thank you for taking care of me these past three years. I’ll never forget it. Humans

her departing figure, Dustin wanted to speak but didn’t know

to exit the building when she suddenly stopped in her tracks. She had noticed a -familiar face. It was Natasha, pacing

you won. Take care of Dustin for me. I wish both of you the

confusion. She wondered if Dahlia woke up on the wrong

you come back?” Dustin

worried, of course. What

They can’t hurt me. He

unusual behavior.