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

replied, he jumped down the

later, a black executive car stopped at the entrance of Auspicious Restaurant. As

You didn’t trick me, did you? Is the Jade Maiden Scripture

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

trust you. Are you

grabbed him and grumbled, “Come on, seriously? You’re a grown man. How could react so stingily? You’re

you

in or not?”

repeatedly nodded, pulling

Maiden Scripture was a precious treasure of theirs and a crucial factor in helping Edith make a breakthrough. Therefore, no matter the cost, she had to get

identifying themselves, a waiter led them to the second floor before finally stopping

knocked, and the

a chubby, middle–aged man seated

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

bodyguards wearing

guests have arrived. Please,

and his companions, he stood up to welcome them. He had a warm

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

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