An Understated Dominance

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.

“Thank you, Mr. Rhys! I’ll send someone to pick you up immediately!” Hunter smiled in relief.

As the president of the Swinton Group and one of the Mighty Three of Swinton, Hunter acted exceptionally timid in front of Dustin.

enough time,” Dustin muttered to himself. His mood was lifted a little by this

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, Florence

are you here?”

get divorced?” Florence did not waste

her a forced smile.

marriage on a pleasant note. However, hearing this,

I know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done

What

pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust in me,” Dustin

Florence snorted again. “My daughter was right

think you’re

family three years ago,

what if I am? Am I not speaking the truth?” Florence

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

money?” Dustin was

I know that my sister gave you eight

no right to take it!

take any money from

would pass on eight million dollars? Do you

better be tactful and give us the money. Don’t make me

if you don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish to explain himself

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

Let’s just search his pockets!”

Florence followed suit.

have to do this?” Dustin

by the Nicholson family

spat on the ground in

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

didn’t find what they wanted

not take any