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

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

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

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 here?” Dustin

get divorced?” Florence

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

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

well. If you hadn’t

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

our backs?” Florence snorted again. “My daughter was right to divorce you! Look at yourself. She’s clearly out of

you’re going too far?” Dustin

three years ago, they wouldn’t be

if I am? Am I not speaking the

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

What money?” Dustin was

feigning ignorance! I know that my sister gave

That’s my daughter’s money. You have no right to take it! Give it back!”

take any money from her,” Dustin

you take us as idiots?” James did

and give us the money. Don’t

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

No matter how much you beg, I’m not letting you

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

Florence followed suit.

you have to do this?” Dustin

be accosted by the Nicholson family so

the ground

you think you are?” As she spoke,

find what they wanted from his