An Understated Dominance Chinese

Chapter 1066

At this moment, Scarlet was far from composed.

It was evident that Scarlet and Dustin had known each other for quite some time, and their camaraderie was strong.

In fact, it went beyond Trent’s knowledge.

You see, Scarlet fought on the battlefield from the age of eighteen and was always known for her resoluteness and ruthlessness in dispatching foes.

No matter who he encountered, they all appeared to be distant figures.

Family, friends, subordinates, hardly anyone had glimpsed Scarlet’s smile.

Yet now, not only did Scarlet smile, but she did so radiantly, as if she were a different person altogether.

This was a complete departure from the chilly and aloof demeanour of the past.

In this moment, Tyler couldn’t help but wonder, had his master been enchanted by some malevolent spirit?

Otherwise, how could she be so jovial?

Or perhaps, what sort of sorcery had the lad before him employed to captivate her?

“The affairs in Yanjing have been handled. By taking down a few scapegoats and making a show of strength, we should have some peace for a while,” Scarlet responded truthfully.

“That’s good.” Dustin nodded with a smile, and then added, “You’ve just arrived in the provincial capital, have you had a meal?”

“No,” Scarlet shook her head.

“Come along, I’ll take you for a bite to eat first. If you have anything to discuss, we can do so over a meal.”

“Alright!”

“…”

As he watched the two depart, Trent’s heart swirled with confusion.

Since when had his master become so gentle?

“Youlan?”

Trent couldn’t help but be inquisitive and approached Scarlet’s female lieutenant.

“What’s the matter?”

Kong Gu furrowed her brow slightly.

“Who was that lad just now? And why were you so chummy with him?” Trent inquired tentatively.

“Why do you concern yourself so much? Don’t pry into what isn’t your business.”

Kong Gu rolled her eyes and left. This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org - ©.

“Youlan?”

Trent was taken aback, looking to the other female lieutenant.

Youlan was more forthright, giving a disdainful snort before leaving directly.

He acts like such a distant figure.

Trent swallowed hard, growing even more uneasy by the moment.

Bloody hell!

Had he inadvertently offended some influential figure?

…

At this juncture, within the Shangguan family’s abode.

“What? The entire Cao family has been apprehended?”

Listening to the reports from his close associates, Tyler couldn’t help but be a tad astounded: “What’s happening? Wasn’t today the day Trent assumed power? How did things go so awry?”

“The exact details remain unclear, but I hear it was on Scarlet’s orders,” the confidant lowered his head and reported.

“Scarlet? What brings her here?” Tyler furrowed his brow slightly.

Across the entire Dragon Kingdom, there were few individuals he feared, and Scarlet happened to be one of them.

He had to admit that she outmatched him in every aspect.

“Scarlet journeyed here unencumbered. It doesn’t seem like business. The Cao family might have unwittingly incurred her displeasure,” the confidant suggested.

“A pack of fools!”

Tyler sneered coldly: “It’s one thing to offend anyone, but crossing that woman is truly daft!”

“Master, should we try to establish connections and rescue the Cao family?” the confidant ventured.

“There’s no need to entangle ourselves with that woman for the sake of these incompetents. Let them face the consequences,” Tyler declared coldly.

Trent and his entourage were merely his pawns to begin with.

If the chess piece doesn’t suit your hand, simply discard it. “Master, without a puppet, how will we resolve the treasure map?” the confidant inquired once more.