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

the president of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty

five to go. I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His mood was lifted a little by

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,

why are

Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not waste any

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

intended to end his marriage on a

my daughter well. If you hadn’t

What

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

you’ve done behind our backs?” Florence snorted again. “My daughter was right to divorce you! Look at

you think you’re going

hadn’t helped the Nicholson family three years

I not speaking the truth?” Florence

stop wasting time with him.” Suddenly, James stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or

What money?” Dustin

feigning ignorance! I know that my sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!” James said

no right to take

any money

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

tactful and give us the money. Don’t make me angry!”

can call Dahlia and ask her if you don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish to explain himself

you beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single cent of ours!” Florence

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

Florence followed suit.

to do this?”

hadn’t expected to be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after the divorce.

the ground

calling Mom? Watch your mouth. Who do you think you are?” As she

find what they wanted