An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

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.

Rhys! I’ll send someone to pick you

of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally timid in front

more down, five to go. I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His

he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking toward him.

why are

Dahlia get divorced?” Florence

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

marriage on a pleasant note. However, hearing this, Florence snorted

it’s your problem. I know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong, why

What was

three years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done anything to

snorted again. “My daughter was right to divorce you!

you’re

Nicholson family three years ago, they wouldn’t be where they

far? So what if I am? Am I not speaking the truth?” Florence crossed

stop wasting time with him.” Suddenly, James stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or not, but you’re giving me all the money you

What money?” Dustin was

sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!” James said

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

take any money from her,”

pass on eight million dollars? Do you take

tactful and give us the money.

ask her if you don’t believe me.” Dustin did not

beg, I’m not letting you leave with

for this. Let’s just search his pockets!” James said impatiently.

Florence followed suit.

to

family so soon after the divorce. They were really

on the

you calling Mom? Watch your mouth. Who do you think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching through

didn’t find