An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori Chapter 1303
“You asshole! You’ve gone too far!” Harper was so frustrated she was crying tears of grievance. She was known for her beauty and talents and had been pampered her whole life. No matter the situation, people adjusted their actions to cater to her every desire.
However, this Dustin brat was the total opposite of a gentleman. He not only disrespected her, he also humiliated her publicly. It was absolutely despicable!
“Alright, Harper, calm down.” Cody tried to mediate. “We’re all working at the same place and will be running into each other often. There’s no need to damage our relationship.”
“Please! Who’s working at the same place as him? Only one of us can exist at Harmony Healers! It’s either him or me!” Harper snapped back not mincing her words.
“That’s enough!”
Brooke finally had enough and berated Harper harshly, “Harper, you’re being absolutely unreasonable. The Dew Balm formula belongs to Dustin. It’s up to him to decide what he wants to do with it. You have no right to interfere!”
“Grandpa, I’m your granddaughter. Why are you siding with him?” Harper found it hard to believe. Normally, her grandfather doted on her greatly. Why was he siding with an outsider’s side today?
“Dustin saved Harmony Healers twice. Your lack of gratitude is already bad enough. How dare you kick up a fuss here?” Brooke’s expression was grim.
He warned her, “Act up again, and I’ll ground you for a month!”
“I…” Harper was about to argue further but eventually held her tongue. She knew that her grandfather was a man of his word. If he said something, he would undoubtedly follow through with it.
She felt unfairly treated. Still, she realized that continuing to create a fuss would only lead to more trouble for herself.
In the end, she could only glare at Dustin, directing all her anger and resentment at him through her gaze. She would make him pay for this sooner or later!
“Dustin, allow me to apologize on behalf of this unruly kid,” Brooke said apologetically. “Forget it. I’ll take it as them joking,” Dustin replied with a faint smile, not bothering to worsen the situation.
Although Harper was unruly, Brooke was a reasonable man. He also preferred to avoid unnecessary complications. After all, Cinna had to remain at Harmony Healers for the time being.
“Dustin, why don’t we return to the matter at hand.”
Cody continued impatiently, “I’m genuinely interested in partnering with you. If you’re willing to share the formula, we can collaborate on research. Let’s generate profits and contribute to the well-being of the people. What do you think?
“Of course, if you doubt my sincerity, don’t hesitate to name your price. Whatever you require, just name it, and I’ll do my best to meet your demands,” Cody proposed.
Dustin was about to decline when he thought of something. His tone shifting, he replied, “Since you’re so eager, I’ll be direct about it. If you can get me three medicinal herbs, I’ll give you the formula for free.”
“Really?”
Cody’s eyes lit up, turning excited immediately. “Dustin, even if you want 30 or 300 medical herbs, it won’t be a problem. Tell me, what do you need?”
“I’m looking for the Iceheart Lotus, Dragon Panax, and Emerald Corolla.” Dustin listed out the herbs one after the other.
Those were the main ingredients for creating Sanctifix, which is essential for treating Cinna.
It would be a worthwhile deal if he could exchange a formula with notable defects for three top-quality medicinal herbs.
“The Iceheart Lotus, Dragon Panax, and Emerald Corolla?”
Cody frowned upon hearing this. “If my memory serves me right, these medicinal herbs are extremely rare. They’re not even available on the market. May I know what you need them for?
“I have my plans for it. Well, do you agree?” Dustin responded calmly.
“These three medicinal herbs are extremely rare and have significant value. They will not be easy to obtain. But give me some time, and I should be able to gather them,” Cody said, deep in thought.
“Alright, I’ll wait for your good news. As soon as you have all three medicinal herbs, I’ll immediately hand over the Dew Balm formula,” Dustin replied with a faint smile.
