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.

someone to pick you up immediately!” Hunter smiled in

of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter

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

saw two familiar figures walking toward him. It was Dahlia’s mother, Florence Franklin, and her brother,

James, why are you

Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not

her a forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s

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

course it’s your problem. I know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong,

What

pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s

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

think you’re going too

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

far? So what if I am? Am I not speaking the truth?”

wasting time with him.” Suddenly, James stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or not, but

money?” Dustin

feigning ignorance! I know that my sister gave you eight million dollars

take it! Give it back!” Florence stretched

didn’t take any money from her,” Dustin

you take us as idiots?” James did not believe

tactful and give us the

believe me.” Dustin

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

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

Florence followed suit.

do you have to do

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

on the

you think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching through Dustin’s

find what