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

Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally timid

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

elevator doors opened. As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures

why are you

you and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not

a forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s fault, it’s mine. Don’t

a pleasant note. However,

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

What was this?

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

was right to divorce you! Look at yourself. She’s clearly out of

think you’re

he hadn’t helped the Nicholson family three years ago, they

far? So what if I am? Am I not speaking

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

What money?” Dustin

gave you eight million dollars as alimony!” James said

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

didn’t take any money from her,”

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

give us the money. Don’t make me angry!”

believe me.” Dustin did not wish to explain himself any

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

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

Florence followed suit.

to

Nicholson family so soon

the ground

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

they didn’t find what