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

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

more down, five to go. I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His mood was

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

why are

you and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence

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

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

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

What was this?

years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done

backs?” Florence snorted again. “My daughter was right to divorce you!

don’t you think you’re

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

So what if 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

money?”

I know that my sister gave you eight million

daughter’s money. You have no right to take it!

money from her,” Dustin

Who would pass on eight million dollars? Do you take us as idiots?” James did not

tactful and give us

believe

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

Let’s just search his

Florence followed suit.

do you have to

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

spat on the ground

do you think you are?” As she

didn’t find what they wanted