Chapter 99

The night progressed slowly. Florence. James, and the others waited anxiously outside the police station.

Dahlia was the backbone of the Nicholson family. If something were to happen to her, the Nicholsons would undoubtedly fall apart. Therefore, to save themselves, they did everything they could to arrange for her release.

which meant pulling every string possible.

A policeman appeared out of nowhere.

James immediately stepped forward and asked, “Mr. Clarke, how’s it looking? Can you let my sister go?”

“James, I dug around and discovered that Gardner is the inspector in charge of this case. A mere policeman

like myself won’t be able to do much to help,” the man said with a shake of his head.

“What else can we do? Do you have any other ideas?” James lamented with panic.

“Mr. Clarke, we would be eternally grateful for whatever you can do to help us!” Florence pleaded.

“I’ll try my best, but I can’t promise anything. Plus, don’t forget the sum of money.”

“Sir, I’ve just forked out two million dollars. Take it for now, and I’ll get more if it doesn’t suffice. Please help us out. We can talk about further payment later!” James cried as he pulled out a card and handed it to the

policeman.

“Alright then, I’ll give it another shot.”

The policeman slid the card into his pocket discreetly, turned around, and walked back into the station.

“James, two million isn’t a small amount. Are you sure we can trust your friend?” Florence asked, her voice

uncertain.

“No matter what, we still have to give it a go.” James muttered through gritted teeth.

Mr.

to meet a friend who may be able to

Laney’s help, we

that, the group let out

villa, Matt was having the time of his life with a gorgeous woman in a hot tub.

a

he conceded with a slight smile. He began, “I have a friend who’s being held at

ground.”

What’s the name?”

“Dahlia Nicholson.”

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on between you and her?” The beauty raised

suspiciously.

just a friend. She helped me out

maintained a nonchalant expression.

claim I’ve never reminded you that you are mine and mine only. You best believe you’ll regret being promiscuous out there. If a vixen dares

about, baby girl? You are the one I love most in life. How could I possibly

much, you shall attend my birthday party in two days and meet

introducing me to your family

“Why? Are you afraid?”

of the prospect of meeting him! However, it goes without saying

you the sweetest! Alright then,

the same time, at Java

on the couch, reading silently, when Ruth

she blurted as

taken aback.

that Dustin was arrested and escorted

managed

that it?”

is nothing but a coverup. In reality, Dustin is being framed. However, things don’t look good

hands of

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