An Understated Dominance

When Dustin finally opened his eyes again, he was in the hospital.

It seems that the toxin within him had finally stabilized. But things still weren’t looking up for him.

“You’re awake, dear?” a surprised voice sounded beside him.

When Dustin turned around, he found Natasha sitting by his bedside. Worry was evident on her beautiful face.

“Natasha, why are you here?” Dustin was shocked.

“I heard from Nelson that you fainted. Of course, I had to come over to check on you. What’s the matter? Are you feeling uncomfortable anywhere?” Natasha asked, concerned.

“I’m fine. I guess I was just exhausted, so I dozed off.” Dustin pretended to be relaxed.

“Exhausted? Poisoned, more like,” Nelson muttered.

“Shut up!” Dustin glared at him.

“Poisoned? What happened?” Natasha asked, furrowing her brow.

“It’s just a little poison. It isn’t serious. I’ll be fine after taking some medications.” Dustin chuckled. “Are you sure?” Natasha was doubtful.

that I can bring the dead back to life. But I’m confident I have what it takes to treat illnesses and remedy poisonings.” Dustin looked confident. “You’ve got a point there.”

could handle all sorts of complex illnesses. A little poison

me. You should take better care of yourself! Look at you. I haven’t seen you in a few days,

exhausted? Do

compact mirror to have a look at herself. Women

“Nelson …”

in with a little girl who looked around five

you here?” Nelson obviously

girl cried happily and jumped into Nelson’s arms.

picked up the little girl, kissing her cheek.

yet, have you? I brought you all something to eat.” As Cecilia spoke,

go through all that trouble? I’m a grown man.

he couldn’t seem to hide the wide smile

skipping a meal. But we can’t let Mr. Rhys go

I nearly

smile apologetically at Dustin. “Sir Rhys, I’d like to introduce you

at her

I’ve prepared a simple meal. I hope