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 up immediately!” Hunter smiled in

Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally

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

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, James

James, why are

you and Dahlia get divorced?”

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

intended to end his marriage on a pleasant note.

well. If you hadn’t done anything

was stunned. What

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

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

you think you’re

family three years ago, they wouldn’t

So what if I am? Am I not

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

money?”

gave you eight million dollars as alimony!” James

have no right to take

money from her,” Dustin

eight million dollars? Do you take us as

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

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

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

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

Florence followed suit.

to do this?” Dustin

Nicholson family so soon after the divorce. They

on the ground

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

they didn’t find what