Chapter: 22
“Really?” Natasha raised her eyebrows and gave Dahlia a charming smile.
“Hi, I’m Natasha Harmon. Nice to meet you.”
She stretched out her hand to shake Dahlia’s. Although her actions seemed friendly enough, the atmosphere around her was slightly intimidating.
“Nice to meet you, Ms. Harmon,” Dahlia answered politely.
Although she was usually very self-assured, she had to admit that the woman before her was stunning. Natasha was on par with her in looks, height, and conduct. Furthermore, Natasha’s figure was much more voluptuous than hers. Any man would be enamoured by her!
“Dustin, when did you befriend Ms. Harmon? You’ve never introduced me!” Dahlia couldn’t help but ask.
“Were you ever interested in my friends?” Dustin replied sarcastically.
His sharp words rendered Dahlia speechless. She had never expected Dustin to be so direct. The atmosphere around the three of them grew tense.
“Dustin, can I have a word with you?” Dahlia tried after a few seconds of silence.
“About what?” Dustin retorted with a poker face.
“It’s about something private, let’s go elsewhere.” Dahlia turned to find a quiet corner but she realized Dustin didn’t move an inch. Her brows furrowed with frustration.
“Let’s talk about it here and now. I don’t want another misunderstanding,” Dustin insisted.
“Must you be so difficult?” Dahlia frowned.
She was trying to make peace with him, but Dustin seemed to not be having any of it. He was being mean and talking down to her in a disagreeable manner.
“Ms. Nicholson, we are already divorced. Since your status is of such a high rank, it is better for us to not be seen together. I would only embarrass you.” Dustin scoffed.
“I don’t understand. Why are you being such a jerk?” Dahlia was getting annoyed.
“Are you seriously asking me?” Dustin stared back at her.
“Wasn’t this your choice?”
“I…” Dahlia couldn’t say a word in retaliation. Yes, she did initiate the divorce. However, there was no need to keep bringing up the past.
Despite her struggle to calm herself down, Dahlia could feel resentment rising within her. Seeing Dustin with another woman triggered her frustration and anger. These feelings became more and more intense as their fight escalated.
“Dustin, I know you despise me. Nevertheless, I don’t think I’ve made a mistake. Besides, I’ve given you many chances to redeem yourself!”
Dahlia’s tone turned icy. It was not easy for her to reconcile with others, given her prideful nature. Moreover, Dustin threw it in her face.
“So you mean that I’m still in the wrong?” Dustin could only laugh.
“I’m not in the mood to argue with you as we are irrelevant now. Having said that, you shouldn’t be flaunting your new partner in front of me if you have any respect for me as your ex-wife!” Dahlia said gravely.
“Respect?” Dustin laughed harder.