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.

Dustin muttered to himself. His mood was

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

why are you here?” Dustin

get divorced?” Florence did not

her a forced smile. “It’s not Dahlia’s

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

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

What was

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

again. “My daughter was right to

think you’re going too far?”

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

Am I

don’t care

money?” Dustin

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

money. You have no right to take it! Give it back!” Florence

money from

Who would pass on eight million dollars? Do you take us as idiots?” James did not

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

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

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

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

Florence followed suit.

you have to do this?” Dustin

family so

on the ground in

think you are?” As she

didn’t find what

hell, did he really not take any