An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chatper 1324

An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori Chapter 1324“Rhys.”

“Mr. Rhys, congratulations on your win. “Carrying the box containing Enchanting Elegance, Keanu walked respectfully towardDustin.

With a smile, he said, “Allow me to present you this priceless treasure, Enchanting Elegance, on behalf of Regal Court.”"Let meinspect it first.” Cody was the first to receive the box from Keanu. Upon opening it, his eyes lit up.

“What a precious item!” After confirming its authenticity, Cody finally noticed he was out of line. After all, Dustin was the one whoearned the prize. If he kept it for himself without any explanation, he would undoubtedly be criticized for it.

The best course of action was for Dustin to offer it up to him voluntarily. That way, he could accept it graciously and gain both thetreasure and recognition.

It would be the perfect plan!

“Dustin, although I’ve long admired Enchanting Elegance, it is your rightful win. | won’t take what belongs to you.” Cody put onapained expression as he spoke.

While he was giving the box to Dustin, he suddenly stopped. “Of course, if you don’t like it, | can keep it for you. If you everdecide-"!novelbin

“Okay, thanks.” Dustin accepted the box before Cody could finish his sentence.

“Huh?” Cody was taken aback. This wasn’t what he had planned. Shouldn't he have declined out of politeness? Why did he justaccept it? Had he not given enough hints?

“Hey, Rhys! What do you mean by this? Are you really going to keep Enchanting Elegance for yourself?” Harper was upset bywhat she just witnessed.

“Keep it for myself?” Dustin frowned slightly. Turning to Keanu, he asked, “Mr. Jankow, isn’t it the rule that anyone with the mostcorrect answers gets the painting?”

“That’s right.” Keanu nodded. “That’s strange. That means this should belong to me now. Why are you saying that | am keeping itfor myself?” When Dustin finished speaking, he already had his questioning gaze on Harper.

He wasn’t actually interested in Enchanting Elegance. Still, it didn’t mean he would give it away for free. Her demandingdemeanor especially disgusted him.

“You did win Enchanting Elegance, but shouldn’t we get credit too?”

Harper insisted indignantly, “Putting everything aside, if Cody hadn’t brought you in here, would you even have the chance to getyour hands on it? Shouldn’t you show some appreciation?”

“That’s right! You should learn to repay kindness. If it wasn’t for Cody, you wouldn't have a chance to answer the questions. It’sonly right to present the painting to Cody!” Caldwell chimed in.

“By the sound of it, it seems like | should sell my soul to Cody just for entering Regal Court,” Dustin sneered.

“Ms. Busch, please get your facts. straight. If | didn’t get involved, Enchanting Elegance still wouldn’t have been yours. Youwould have even lost Harmony Healers because of your impulsive recklessness!”

“Bullshit!” Harper wouldn’t admit it.

“Did you think we wouldn’t win if you weren't here? What a joke! | was just getting warmed up! Even if you kept quiet, | wouldhave won without a problem!”

“You got three answers wrong in a row. Who's going to believe you?” Dustin sniggered.

“l-Those were just mistakes,” Harper insisted stubbornly. However, her voice was much lower. It was clear that her consciencewas eating at her. “Harper Busch, how shameless can you get?” At that moment, Lana swayed alluringly toward them.

“This handsome gentleman just helped you and allowed Harmony Healers to escape unscathed. It’s fine if you're not grateful.Yet you dare set eyes on his painting?

“Where’s your dignity? Must’ve left it somewhere in the trash.”

Harper immediately flushed at her words.