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.

send someone to pick you up immediately!” Hunter

the president of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally timid in front

should have enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His

stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures

James, why are you here?”

divorced?” Florence did

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

a pleasant note. However, hearing this,

know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong, why would she divorce

was stunned. What was

pretty sure I’m never done

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

think you’re going too far?”

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

if I am? Am I not speaking the truth?”

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 money you got from

money?”

ignorance! I know that my sister gave you

right to take it! Give it back!” Florence stretched

any money from her,” Dustin

Do you

give us the money. Don’t make

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

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

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

Florence followed suit.

you have to do

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

the ground

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

didn’t find what they wanted from