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

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

and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not waste any

a forced smile. “It’s

on a pleasant note. However, hearing this, Florence snorted

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

stunned. What was

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

snorted again. “My daughter was right

think you’re going

three years ago, they wouldn’t be where they

what if I am? Am I not speaking the

enough, Mom, stop 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

that my sister gave

no right to take it! Give it

money from her,” Dustin

you take us

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

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

much you beg, I’m not letting you leave with

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

Florence followed suit.

do you have to do this?”

expected to be accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after the divorce. They

the ground in

mouth. Who do you think you

find what they wanted from

take any of the