An Understated Dominance

Chapter 862

Early the next morning, at Zephyr Lodge, Dustin sat on the rooftop and watched the sunrise. His expression was devoid of emotion.

Since bidding farewell to Dahlia last night, he had been on the rooftop since midnight till the sun rose in the sky.

His emotions gradually shifted from turmoil to calmness. After a night of deep contemplation, he found a newfound sense of acceptance and detachment.

He would no longer be stuck in the

“Sir Rhys…”

past.

At that moment, Cornelius leaped onto the rooftop and reported, “I’ve received news that the Jade Maiden Scripture you are looking for has been located.”

“Oh? Where is it?” Dustin raised his eyebrow.

“A group of foreign merchants have it. We’ve contacted them, but they’re unwilling to sell to us directly. They insist on meeting face–to–face,” Cornelius replied.

“A face–to–face meeting?”

“Alright, go get Nikki. We’ll

After Cornelius replied, he jumped down the roof

at the entrance of Auspicious Restaurant. As the car doors

trick me, did you? Is the Jade Maiden Scripture

lie to you for no reason? If you don’t believe me, then let’s just go back.” Dustin turned around,

Alright, I trust you. Are you happy

You’re a grown man. How could react so stingily? You’re

you

you going in or not?”

I’m going!” Nikki repeatedly nodded, pulling Dustin inside

crucial factor in helping Edith make a

waiter led them to the second floor before finally stopping in front

and the doors

a chubby, middle–aged man seated in

had a cleanly shaved head and a gentle look. He reminded them of a priest, exuding an indescribable sense of

wearing

My esteemed guests have arrived. Please, take

the chubby man saw Dustin and his companions, he stood up to welcome them. He had a warm and

are you? Do we know you?” Nikki narrowed her eyes, feeling

surely fated. It would be