Reborn From Oblivion

Regan's face took on a serious look. This man, who had weathered the storms of the business world, was always so calm and collected. Seeing him rattled was a first.

Dustin waited patiently for the old man to speak, but after what felt like forever, he realized no explanation was coming.

Just as he was about to lose hope, Dustin blurted out, "He's getting back at us because of Nathalie."

Dustin was shocked. "All this over a woman? Nathan's risking a feud with the Stewart family? Wow, talk about being head over heels."

Regan just stared at his son, speechless.

Dustin suddenly realized he might be missing something. "Wait, why would he do that? We haven't wronged Miss Nathalie. What's his deal?"

Regan's gaze flickered, clearly uncomfortable, and he quickly changed the topic. "How's Ashley doing these days?"

Dustin replied, "She's been moody."

Regan nodded, "Tell her to focus on getting ready to be a bride."

"Will do."

"And ask her to have a word with her fiancé about putting Nathan in his place."

Dustin nodded again, "Of course."

After leaving Regan's study, Dustin headed straight to Ashley's room. It took her a while to open the door. She was halfway through her makeup, clearly putting a lot of effort into looking her best.

Dustin smiled warmly, "Your mom says you've been really into beauty treatments lately. What's up with that?"

Ashley giggled, "Well, you guys set me up with such a handsome fiancé. If I don't keep up, I might just fade into the background next to him."

Dustin was surprised, "More handsome than Nathan? You never seemed to feel this way when you were into Nathan.'

Ashley paused, "Nathan's handsome

too, but he's like a gentle jewel you want to own. But your future son-in-law, his looks come with this natural superiority, making people feel a bit small." en

Dustin nodded, "As long as you're happy."

Ashley looked at her dad curiously, "Dad, was there something you wanted to talk about?"

Dustin sighed, "It's about Nathan. He's after our family because of Miss Nathalie. We're in a tough spot. Your grandfather hopes you can ask your fiancé to handle Nathan"

Ashley looked conflicted, "Dad, even though we're engaged, he feels distant, like I can't truly reach him. Inoveldrama

don't even know if he'd help if I asked."

Dustin looked worried, "Hearing that, it's like he and Nathan have swapped roles..."

Ashley's face darkened, and Dustin stopped talking.

Ashley took a deep breath, "Dad, if it's about the family's future, I'll swallow my pride and ask him."

Dustin smiled, "Thanks, sweetheart."

Over at the Dawson Estate.

Cameron was at the computer,

intently reviewing contracts.

Benjamin, sitting next to him, chirped, Cameron, don't waste your time. Nathan's plans are airtight. When he set us up, there were zero loopholes."

Cameron had been searching for days, finding nothing. He sighed, tossing the mouse aside, "Are we just sitting ducks for Nathan?"

Benjamin shook his head, "What else can we do? Nathan's mind is something else. To set up so many companies to trap us in no time, the guy's a mastermind."