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

one of the Mighty Three of

enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself.

the elevator doors opened. As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking toward him. It was Dahlia’s mother, Florence

James, why are

get divorced?” Florence did

forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s

marriage on a pleasant note. However, hearing this,

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

stunned. What

how I’ve treated her over the past three years. I’m pretty sure I’m

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

you’re going too far?” Dustin

he hadn’t helped the Nicholson family three years

I am? Am I not

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 you eight million

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

take any money from her,” Dustin

you take us as idiots?” James did not

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

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

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

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

Florence followed suit.

to do this?” Dustin

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

spat on the ground

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

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