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.

to go. I should have enough time,” Dustin muttered

of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking toward him. It was Dahlia’s mother, Florence Franklin, and her brother, James

are you here?”

Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not waste

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

his marriage on a pleasant note. However,

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

What was this? Victim

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

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

think you’re

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

what if I am? Am I not

wasting time with him.” Suddenly, 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

money?” Dustin was

I know that my sister gave you eight million

right to take it! Give it back!” Florence

money from her,”

dollars? Do you take us as idiots?”

give us

her if you don’t believe

matter how much you beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single cent of ours!” Florence

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

Florence followed suit.

have to

family so soon after the divorce. They were really

spat on the ground

your mouth. Who do you think you are?” As

they didn’t find what they wanted from

take any of the money?” James said,