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.

Leyton muttered under his breath. He ignored the raging Leroy

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

Leyton’s departure, Leroy turned his anger to Jared, instantly pinning the

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

stalked off

into an awkward silence after his departure. Everyone stared at Jared, wondering how he seemed to have

break up with

turning their questioning gazes on Sandy,

could only

was

earlier, I don’t think Leyton will consider courting Sandy

she acted as though she was still associated with the Scott