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.

send someone to pick you up immediately!” Hunter

one of the Mighty

I should have enough time,” Dustin

As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar

why are

divorced?” Florence did not waste any

we did.” Dustin gave her a forced smile.

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

If you hadn’t done anything

was stunned. What was this? Victim

pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray

knows what you’ve 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?” Dustin

three years ago, they wouldn’t be where they

So what if I am? Am I not

stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or not, but you’re giving

money?” Dustin

sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!”

money. You have no right to take it! Give it back!” Florence stretched out her hand

money from

on eight million dollars? Do you take us as idiots?” James did

better be tactful and give us

you don’t believe me.” Dustin

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

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

Florence followed suit.

you have to do this?”

by the Nicholson family

spat on the ground in

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

they didn’t find what they