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

president of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three of

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

out of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking toward him.

James, why are you here?” Dustin

you and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did

smile.

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

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

was stunned. What was

past three years. I’m pretty sure I’m never

what you’ve done behind our backs?” Florence snorted again. “My daughter was right to

don’t you think you’re

years ago, they wouldn’t be

So what if I am? Am I not speaking

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

What money?”

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

have no right to take it! Give it back!” Florence stretched out her hand in

any money from her,” Dustin

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

you’d better be tactful and give us the money. Don’t make me angry!” Florence

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

how much you beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single cent

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

Florence followed suit.

to

the Nicholson family so

spat on the

do you think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching

didn’t find