The Man’s Decree

Leyton uttered gratefully, “Thank you, Mr. Chance, for taking mercy on our family!”

“You’re done here!” Jared dismissed him with a wave of his hand.

Leyton got to his feet and bowed deeply to Jared. Then he spun and left the room without sparing Sandy a glance.

Leroy blocked his exit, upset at Leyton’s earlier words. He demanded, “Mr. Scott, we signed a contract. How can you terminate our partnership on a whim? Plus, you can’t just hold my project commission hostage!”

“Get lost!” Leyton scolded impatiently. “What can you do if I refuse to release your payment?”

Leroy steeled his nerves and threatened, “I’m not scared of you. You may be a Scott, but you were begging pitifully for Jared’s mercy just minutes ago. You must pay my project commission in full if you cancel the contract. My cousin Benji is one of Mr. Lewis’ men. I have no qualms about involving him if the situation turns ugly.”

Though he had no idea why Leyton seemed so deferential toward Jared, Leroy’s priority was to secure the lucrative project commission to ensure his company’s continued operation.

Ultimately, the Scott family was no match for Tommy’s prowess, and Leroy was using that fact to his advantage.

his breath. He ignored the raging Leroy

obeys Jared’s every word. I can’t believe Leroy thinks he can ride on Tommy’s

Leroy turned his anger to Jared, instantly

Leyton into submission, but I’m not scared of you.

Leroy stalked off

departure. Everyone stared at Jared, wondering how he seemed to have Leyton wrapped

did you break up with Leyton? Are you no longer the Scotts’ future

everyone turning their questioning gazes

could only nod in

fierce whispers of displeasure. “So that’s why she was defending Jared earlier! Looks

I don’t think Leyton will consider courting Sandy

she acted as though she was still associated