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.

Rhys! I’ll send someone to pick you

the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter

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

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

James, why are you here?”

and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not waste

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

to end his marriage on a pleasant note. However,

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

stunned. What was this? Victim

you know how I’ve treated her over the past three years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust in me,” Dustin

was right to divorce you! Look at yourself.

you’re going too far?”

three years ago, they

I

James stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or

money?” Dustin was

sister gave you eight million dollars

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

didn’t take any money from her,” Dustin

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

tactful and give us the money. Don’t make

call Dahlia and ask her if you don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish to explain himself any

much you beg,

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

Florence followed suit.

do you have to do

expected to be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after

the ground in

Watch your mouth. Who do you think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching through Dustin’s

time, they didn’t find what they wanted from