An Understated Dominance

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.

way, has anyone seen Mr. Laney?” someone

said he went to meet a friend who may be able to help get Dahlia out

With Mr. Laney’s help, we have double the

group let out a sigh

having the time of his life with a gorgeous woman in a hot tub. His body intertwined with hers as they blissfully

doubt you’re here simply to visit. You must have a favor to ask of me,

smile. He began, “I have a friend who’s being held

ground.”

the

“Dahlia Nicholson.”

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woman? Is there something going on between you and her?” The

suspiciously.

helped me out awhile back,

maintained a nonchalant expression.

the woman pressed on. “Matt, don’t claim I’ve never reminded you that you are mine and mine only. You best believe you’ll regret being promiscuous

girl? You are the one I love most in life. How could I possibly have eyes for other women?” Matt

love me so much, you shall attend my birthday party in two days and meet my father as “my boyfriend,” the lady said with

you introducing me to your family already?”

“Why? Are you afraid?”

to name me someone who isn’t afraid of the prospect of meeting him! However, it goes without saying that I would cross the

you the sweetest! Alright then,

time, at Java

couch, reading silently, when

Bad news! Dustin’s been arrested!” she blurted as soon

taken aback. “What

and escorted to the police station for the

Ruth managed between

Is that it?” Natasha’s

is nothing but a coverup. In reality, Dustin is being framed. However,

hands of that