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 to himself. His mood was lifted a little by

the elevator doors opened. As soon as he stepped out of the building, he saw two familiar figures walking

are you here?”

and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not

gave her a forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s fault,

marriage on a pleasant note.

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

stunned. What was this?

years. I’m pretty sure I’m never done anything to betray Dahlia’s trust in

done behind our backs?” Florence snorted again. “My daughter was right to divorce you! Look at yourself. She’s clearly out of your

don’t you think you’re going

years

So what if I am? Am I

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

What money?”

I know that my sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!” James said

no right to take

take any money

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

and give us the money. Don’t make me

and ask her if you don’t believe me.”

us? Listen here. No matter how much you beg, I’m not letting you leave with a single

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

Florence followed suit.

to do

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

the ground

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

didn’t find what they wanted from his

not take any of the