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.

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

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, and

James, why are

and Dahlia get divorced?” Florence did not

her a forced smile.

marriage on a pleasant note.

well. If you hadn’t done anything wrong,

stunned. What was

years. I’m pretty sure

was right to divorce you! Look at

you think you’re going

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

Am I not speaking the truth?” Florence

stop wasting time with him.” Suddenly, James stepped forward. “Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or

What money?”

my sister gave you eight million

have no right to take it! Give it

any money

on eight million dollars? Do you take

tactful and give us the money. Don’t make

don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish

threatening us? Listen here. No matter how much you beg, I’m not

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

Florence followed suit.

have to

Nicholson family so soon after the divorce. They were

spat on the ground in

Watch your mouth. Who do you think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching through Dustin’s

they didn’t find what they wanted from

take any of the money?” James said,