Chapter 27: Chapter 27

He is my father.” Dustin was shocked. He didn’t expect the two ofthem to be related. “I heard Trevor has a son called Edward. Who are you then?”

“My name is Mason. I’m Trevor’sillegitimate son.” The man bowed his head as he explained, “Trevor forced himself on my mother and got her pregnant. In order to save his image, he kept my existence inthe dark and made me his foster son instead.”

“So, you hate him?” Dustin asked. “Yes!” Mason gritted his teeth and seethed angrily, “He abandoned mymother and me, leaving usimpoverished all those years ago. Now, he’s only using me as a pawn to assist Edward. I can’t let them trample over me again. I must get back what’s mine!”

“Good.” Dustin nodded inapproval. “Since you’re ambitious, Iwill help you. If you do as I say, I will not only help you climb the ladder but also help you rule over Swinton.”

“Thank you!” Delighted, Mason immediately knelt on the ground toshow his gratitude. As wise asMason was, he could tell that Dustin was an extraordinary man. After all, the latter had taken down the entire Drey Group all by himself, so his capability was unfathomable. Working by Dustin’s side would nodoubt make Mason’s future bright.

“You can call me Mr. Rhys. If you need anything next time, feel free togive me a call. All I ask is your loyalty,” Dustin reminded.

“I swear to be loyal to you until the day I die, Mr. Rhys!” Mason nodded, determined. “You know what to do from here, right?”

“Yes. Whatever happened today is on me. You have no involvement at all,” Mason replied shrewdly.

“You’re smart.” Dustin smiled. The pawn he found had some potential.

Suddenly, the phone on the table vibrated. Only after getting Dustin’spermission did Mason answer the call.

“Hey, what’s up? You need 50million dollars? I heard that you guys haven’t repaid the bank loan. You’re going bankrupt soon, yet you’re still asking me for money? Are you trying to use me? Whatever, I don’t have time for your problem. Get lost.” After saying that, Mason hung up the phone without hesitation.

“What was that about?” Dustin asked. “It’s nothing. This guy named David Nolan was asking for a loan. 50 million dollars in one go.”

“David?” Dustin raised aneyebrow. “He has a son named Chris, right?”

“I think so. How did you know?” Mason got curious.

“Forget it. Go on and tell memore.”

“Well, I would’ve agreed to lend him the money if it were in the past since that’s the kind of business mycompany runs. However, I recently learned that Nolan Pharmaceuticals has been investigated for selling fake drugs, though the news has yet to be disclosed to the public. How can I possibly lend money to abusiness on the verge ofbankruptcy? What would I do if they ran off with the money?”

“That’s right. It looks like you’reexperienced in handling a business. It shouldn’t be a problem for you totake over Trevor’s business.” Dustin gave a nod of approval.

“Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Rhys,” Mason answered respectfully.

“Alright. Clean up the mess here. I’m leaving now. We’ll get in touch again if needed.” Without wasting time, Dustin changed into a clean set of clothes and left the Drey Group.

It was his first time going on akilling spree in ten years. His emotions were stable, almost peaceful. This was a piece of cake compared to what he’d been through a decade ago.

“Honk! Honk!”

Just as Dustin wanted to hail ataxi home, a yellow sports car rushed over at him with the sound of a roaring engine. When it seemed like it was going to run into Dustin, the car firmly skidded to a stop. Then, the car window rolled down and revealed a gorgeous face. It was a girl with a ponytail, appearing tobe around 18 years old. She was youthful and beautiful.

“Hey, Rhys, get in!” She waved athim. “Who are you?” Dustin asked, completely baffled.

“Damn, did you forget mealready? We met yesterday!” The girl huffed annoyingly. In her own opinion, her natural beauty attracted attention wherever she went.