An Understated Dominance

Chapter 371

Florence and the others present were stunned into silence as they took in Dustin’s righteous speech. Their faces were etched with disbelief. How dare he humiliate the highly respected third matriarch of the Nicholsons in public!

“You… insolent brat! You? Teach me a lesson? Do you know I can bring your family to ruins with just one word?” Gloria cradled her burning face as she screeched in anger, losing her previous dignified elegance.

“You can try.” Dustin showed no signs of fear.

“Hah!” Gloria exclaimed in anger before dissolving into scornful laughter. “Oh, Florence, what a great family you have. I came all the way here to Swinton just to elevate your family to a higher status. And yet, you’re not only ungrateful, but you dare rebel against me? I believe this letter of appointment would have better use for another person! Since you’re not interested in assuming the role of Chairman at Cardinal Group, I’ll have the family patriarch revoke the appointment.”

As Gloria pulled out her phone, Florence panicked and fell to her knees with a thud. She begged, ” Madam Gloria, let’s not be rash, shall we? This punk has nothing to do with us. You can’t put the blame on us for his actions.”

This guy is their son–in–law!” “Ex–ex–son–in–law! They got a divorce a

relationships! Since he’d already married into the Nicholsons, he’s a part of your family!” Gloria continued with a dark expression, “Your family had better give us a satisfied response; otherwise,

there? Hurry up and get on your knees!” “You can kneel

This brat has no manners!” Gloria was irritated

apologize!” As Florence erupted in fury, she stood up and was about to land a heavy slap when

gritted his teeth and said coldly, “Don’t involve me in your buttering–up scheme!” He threw her aside

lay your hands on me? Dahlia! Look!

you’re here for a serious matter, please get to the point. I believe it’s pointless if you’re just here to show off your authority.” Even though Dahlia was grateful for

her.

bold of you! How dare you use that tone with Grandma?” Dakota

just asking for an explanation. If the family patriarch thinks I’m not fit for the position,