An Understated Dominance By Marina Vittori Chapter 1391-“What?” Eleanor’s expression turned ugly as she watched the check burn. It was one thing to reject her offer, but setting the check ablaze was just an act of disrespect and humiliation toward her.

“Hey, Rhys! What’s the meaning of this?” Ezra was upset by Dustin’s actions. He yelled, “Eleanor was generous enough to give you money. Don’t be ungrateful!” “So just because you gave me money, I should accept it? What do you take me for? A beggar?” Dustin scoffed. His opinion of the Welch family had taken a nosedive.

From the way Eleanor used him yesterday to the way the Welchs tried to kill him today, he finally realized the true nature of these people.

“Hmph! Just look at your behavior; it’s no different than a beggar.” Ezra looked at him in disdain..

“Another derogatory word from that mouth of yours, and I’ll beat you up.” Dustin’s gaze grew colder.

“You-!” Ezra was about to rip him a new one when Eleanor raised her hand to stop him. She stared at Dustin in silence; her eyes reflected her mixed feelings. “Dustin, do you have to act this way? We could have been friends. Why do you keep ruining your opportunities?” “Ms. Welch, as I said before, your status is far beyond my reach. Let’s forget about being friends,” Dustin said indifferently. The word “friends” sounded extremely jarring, coming from her mouth.

“Eleanor, this guy is a lost cause. Why bother with him?” Ezra shook his head.