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.

I should have enough time,” Dustin

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

James, why are you here?” Dustin

divorced?”

did.” Dustin gave her a forced smile. “It’s not

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

it’s your problem. I know my daughter well. If

What

over the past three years. I’m pretty

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 too far?”

Nicholson family three years ago,

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

“Listen here, Rhys. I don’t care whether you divorce my sister or not, but you’re giving

money?” Dustin

sister gave you eight million

That’s my daughter’s money. You have no right to take it! Give it

money from her,” Dustin

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

better be tactful and give us the

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

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

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

Florence followed suit.

you have to do

accosted by the Nicholson family so soon after the divorce. They were

on the

think you are?” As she spoke, she continued searching through

some time, they didn’t find what they

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