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.

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

one of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter

down, five to go. I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered to

he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking toward him. It was Dahlia’s mother, Florence Franklin,

why are you

and Dahlia get divorced?”

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

on a pleasant note. However, hearing this, Florence

my daughter well. If you hadn’t done

What was

pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust in me,”

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

think you’re going too far?”

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

am? Am I not speaking the truth?” Florence crossed her

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

money?”

that my sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!” James said

You have no right to take

take any money from her,” Dustin

pass on eight million dollars? Do you take

be tactful and give us the money. Don’t make

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

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

just search his pockets!” James said impatiently.

Florence followed suit.

you have to do this?”

family so soon after the divorce. They were

spat on the ground in

think you are?” As she spoke, she continued

they didn’t find what they