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

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

are

divorced?”

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

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

problem. I know my daughter well. If you

What was this?

know how I’ve treated her over the past three years. I’m pretty sure

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

think you’re going

he hadn’t helped the Nicholson family three years ago,

if I am? Am I

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 you

What money?” Dustin was

my sister gave you eight million dollars as alimony!”

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

didn’t take any money

you take us

and give us the money. Don’t

don’t believe me.” Dustin did not wish to explain himself any

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

for this. Let’s just search his

Florence followed suit.

you have to do this?” Dustin

accosted by the Nicholson family so soon

on the

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

some time, they didn’t find what they

really not take any of the