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.

to pick you up immediately!” Hunter smiled

the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three

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

As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw

James, why are you

and Dahlia get divorced?”

did.” Dustin gave her a forced smile. “It’s

end his marriage on a pleasant note.

If you hadn’t done anything wrong, why

What was this? Victim

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

was right to divorce you! Look

don’t you think you’re going too far?” Dustin

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

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

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

What money?” Dustin was

know that my sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!”

money. You have no right to take it!

any money from her,” Dustin

Do you take us

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

don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish to

you beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single

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

Florence followed suit.

you have to do this?”

accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after the divorce. They were

the ground in

you think you are?” As she

they didn’t find what they wanted