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?”

go get Nikki. We’ll go and have

sir.” After Cornelius replied, he jumped down the

the entrance of Auspicious Restaurant. As the car

you? Is the Jade Maiden Scripture here?” Nikki looked at

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

trust you. Are you

a grown

you

or

course, I’m going!” Nikki repeatedly

Maiden Scripture was a precious treasure of theirs and a crucial factor in helping Edith

restaurant. After identifying themselves, a waiter led them to the second floor before finally stopping in front of a luxurious

and

entering, Dustin and his companions saw a chubby, middle–aged

and a gentle look. He reminded them of a priest, exuding an indescribable sense of comfort

wearing sunglasses stood behind

guests have

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

Do we know you?” Nikki narrowed her

Franklin. I’m new here. Our meeting today is surely fated. It would be my pleasure to befriend you all,” The chubby man said with a