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.

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

the building, he saw two familiar

James, why are you here?” Dustin

divorced?” Florence did

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

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

your problem. I know my daughter well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong, why would

What was

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

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

don’t you think you’re

the Nicholson family three years ago, they wouldn’t

I not speaking

here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or not, but you’re giving me all the money you got from

What money?”

sister gave you eight million dollars

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

take any money

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

and give us the money. Don’t

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

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

this. Let’s just search his pockets!” James said impatiently. He dove straight into

Florence followed suit.

do you have to do this?”

be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon

on the ground

Who do you think you are?” As she spoke,

they didn’t find what

really not take any of the money?” James