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.

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

a 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 Franklin,

James, why are you here?”

Dahlia get divorced?”

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

his marriage on a pleasant note.

daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything

stunned. What was this?

pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray

daughter was right to

you’re going too far?”

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

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

care whether you divorce my sister or not,

money?” Dustin was

know that my sister gave you eight

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

didn’t take any money

would pass on eight million dollars? Do you take us as idiots?” James

us the money. Don’t make me

believe me.” Dustin did

Are you threatening us? Listen here. No matter how much you beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single cent of ours!” Florence

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

Florence followed suit.

do you have to do this?”

hadn’t expected to be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after the divorce. They

on the ground

you calling Mom? Watch your mouth. Who do you think you are?” As she spoke,

didn’t find what they wanted

did he really not take any of the money?” James