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.

someone to pick you up immediately!”

president of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted

time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His

ding, the elevator doors opened. As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking toward him. It was Dahlia’s mother, Florence Franklin, and her brother,

are you here?”

and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not waste

did.” Dustin gave her a forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s fault, it’s mine. Don’t blame

to end his marriage on a pleasant note. However, hearing this,

well. If

was stunned. What was this? Victim

how I’ve treated her over the past three years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust

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

you think you’re

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

if I am? Am I not speaking

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

What money?”

that my sister gave you eight million

take it!

money

pass on eight million dollars? Do you

and give us

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

now? Are you threatening us? Listen here. No matter how much you beg, I’m

his pockets!” James said impatiently. He dove straight

Florence followed suit.

have to do

to be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after the

spat on the ground

Who do you think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching through

find what they wanted