An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 2

In the elevator, Dustin stared at the crystal necklace dejectedly. Even though he had expected it, he was still sad that his marriage had ended just like that. He had once thought that happiness was simple: meals on the table, cheerful days, and simple pleasures. Now, he found out that normalcy was a sin. It was time to awaken from this prolonged daydream.

Suddenly, his phone rang, breaking him out of his trance. When he picked up the phone, a familiar voice came from the other end.

“Mr. Rhys, I’m Hunter Anderson from the Swinton Group. I heard that today your wedding anniversary with Ms. Nicholson, so I’ve prepared a gift for you. I’m just wondering if you have any time today?”

“Thank you for your kindness, but I’m afraid we won’t be needing the gift,” Dustin said.

“Why?”

Hunter was taken aback. He could sense something wrong.

“Is there anything else you’d like to talk about, Mr. Anderson?”

“Actually, yes, there is.” Hunter cleared his throat awkwardly. “I’ve got a friend who contracted a strange illness. He’s seen a lot of doctors, but none of them could do anything about it. I was hoping that you could help.”

“Mr. Anderson, you know my rules.”

“Of course I do! I’m sincere in my request. My friend owns some canscora, which I remember you were looking for. I’m sure he’ll be willing to part with it if you help him,” Hunter said.

“Is this true?” Dustin asked seriously.

“Yes, it is!”

“Alright, if that’s so, then I’ll be willing to take a look.” Dustin immediately agreed to the request.

He wasn’t interested in money or jewels, but rather some rare herbs and plants, as he needed them to save lives.

“Thank you, Mr. Rhys! I’ll send someone to pick you up immediately!” Hunter smiled in relief.

As the president of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally timid in front of Dustin.

“Great, one more down, five to go. I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His mood was lifted a little by this news.

elevator doors opened. As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar

James, why are

you and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not waste any

Dustin gave her a forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s fault, it’s

a pleasant note. However, hearing this,

I know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong,

stunned. What

past three years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust in me,” Dustin

snorted again. “My daughter was right to divorce you! Look at yourself. She’s clearly

think you’re

years ago, they wouldn’t be where they

I am? Am I not speaking the truth?” Florence crossed her

James stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my

money?”

I know that my sister gave you eight

my daughter’s money. You have no right to take it! Give

didn’t take any money from her,”

Who would pass on eight million dollars? Do you take us as idiots?” James did

tactful and give us the

ask her if you don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish to explain himself any

threatening us? Listen here. No matter how much you beg, I’m not letting you leave

too dense for this. Let’s just search his pockets!” James said impatiently. He dove straight into Dustin’s

Florence followed suit.

to do

be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon

spat on the

you think you are?” As she spoke,

time, they didn’t find what

really not take any of

the crystal necklace around Dustin’s necklace and pulled it

sister’s necklace? Why is it with you? Did you