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 you up

Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally timid in front

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

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

why are you here?”

you and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence

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

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

daughter well. If you hadn’t

stunned. What was this?

the past three years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust

“My daughter was right

think you’re going too

Nicholson family three years

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

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?”

know that my sister gave you eight million dollars

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

didn’t take any money

Who would pass on eight million dollars? Do you take

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

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

beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single cent of ours!” Florence

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

Florence followed suit.

to do

the Nicholson family so

the

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

they didn’t find