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.

Mr. Rhys! I’ll send someone to pick you up immediately!” Hunter smiled in

and one of the Mighty

I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered

saw two familiar figures walking toward him. It was Dahlia’s mother, Florence Franklin, and her brother, James

are you here?” Dustin

you and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not

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

on a pleasant note. However, hearing this, Florence snorted

know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong,

What

pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust

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

think you’re going too far?”

family three years ago, they wouldn’t

I not speaking the

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 money you

What money?”

that my sister gave you eight

You have no right to take it! Give it back!” Florence stretched out

take any money from her,”

Who would pass on eight million dollars? Do you take us

give us the money. Don’t

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

you threatening us? Listen here. No matter how much you beg, I’m not letting

his pockets!” James said impatiently. He dove straight

Florence followed suit.

to do this?”

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

the

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

time, they didn’t find what they wanted from his