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.

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

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

time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His mood was

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

are

divorced?”

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

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

well. If you hadn’t done

stunned. What was this?

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

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

think you’re

years ago,

I

don’t care whether you divorce

What money?”

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

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

any money from her,” Dustin

on eight million dollars? Do you take us as idiots?” James did not believe

us

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

matter how much you beg, I’m not letting you leave

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

Florence followed suit.

have to do this?”

by the Nicholson family so soon

spat on the ground

are you calling Mom? Watch your mouth. Who do you think you are?”

didn’t find what they wanted

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