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?”

We’ll go and have

Cornelius replied, he

the entrance of Auspicious Restaurant. As the car doors

You didn’t trick me, did you? Is the Jade Maiden Scripture here?” Nikki looked at the

don’t believe me, then let’s just go back.” Dustin turned around, about to get back into the

trust you.

on, seriously? You’re a grown

you

in or not?”

repeatedly nodded, pulling Dustin inside

treasure of theirs and a crucial factor in helping Edith make a breakthrough. Therefore, no matter the cost, she had to get her hands

entered the restaurant. After identifying themselves, a waiter led them to the second floor before finally stopping

knocked, and the

saw a chubby, middle–aged

man had a cleanly shaved head and a gentle look. He reminded them of

wearing

esteemed guests have arrived. Please, take

saw Dustin and his companions, he stood up to welcome them. He had

you?” Nikki narrowed her eyes,

Samuel Franklin. I’m new here. Our meeting today is surely fated. It would be my