An Understated Dominance

Chapter 1043

“Regarding this matter, I’ve already explained it to your father and Trent. The treasure map was

stolen several years ago, and its whereabouts remain unknown,” Hector said.

“Uncle Hector, it sounds suspicious if you put it that way.”

Dylan grabbed a banana and casually peeled it. “The treasure map is a precious item. You’ve

deemed it more valuable than your own life..

“How would you let someone steal it? Are you sure you didn’t secretly hide it for yourself?”

“Are you doubting me? Where’s your evidence?” Hector furrowed his brows

“Uncle Hector, the day has eyes, and the night has ears. We all know the truth.”

Dylan took a bite of the banana and grinned. “As your nephew, I advise you to consider handing it

over soon. Otherwise, no one can guarantee that today’s events won’t repeat themselves.”

Everybody’s faces fell when they heard that. Especially Natasha, as her anger flared up.

She rushed forward and grabbed Dylan’s collar. “What did you just say? Are you saying you had a

hand in today’s accident?”

so worked up. I was just making a casual remark.”

his banana.

Natasha is your cousin. How dare yoù harm her? Are you even

with anger.

Hector, I was just joking. Look at how tense you

“Of course, if you still refuse to hand

a

you threatening me?” Hector’s face

that. I’m just offering you a

“Uncle Hector, you’ve been in charge for many years and

family supporting you, your future days won’t be easy. I hope you’ll think it over

other matters to attend to, so I won’t disturb you anymore.

sleeves,

reached the door, he suddenly stopped again.

wedding ceremony in

for the celebration.”

walked out the

looking at him makes me sick!” Ruth

thought they

treasure map.” Hector sighed

shocked them. He appeared friendly on the surface, but his

filled with veiled threats.