The Protector

Arnold’s body shuddered as he explained, “That’s not it, godfather. Levi is a capable man. Not only did he trick me into revealing all the truth, but he also filmed the entire conversation. I just received news of the few waiters and Zoey’s secretary’s arrests for committing perjury! I will be his next target. You have to save me, please!” Arnold begged Alaric.

Alaric stood before the French windows overlooking the city of North Hampton. He said after taking a puff of his cigar, “Who has the guts to harm my godson? Don’t worry about this, Arnold. Nothing will happen to you. The vice-captain of the patrol squad needs to pay his respects to me as well. Do you know how much I have contributed to the city’s advancement every year?”

Alaric was unfazed. Not only am I one of the council members of the North Hampton Chamber of Commerce, but I am also the owner of Alaric Group, a business worth up to 8 billion. What do I have to fear?

But the next second, a series of police sirens blared in front of the Alaric Group’s building.

The sound filled every corner of the skyscraper.

The color drained from Alaric’s face when he saw the police cars parked near the entrance of the building.

Arnold was already shivering in terror. They are here to capture me!

His brows were knitted together tightly, but he reassured his godson, “Don’t worry, Arnold. No one will dare lay a finger on you as long as I

barged into

Arnold’s

he was soaked in

his voice, “Try and take him away if you have the courage to

are following us as well.” A voice was heard suddenly. Xavier Fields showed himself a split second later. In

was surprised to

Alaric was a tricky man to handle, so he had to deal with him in person. “Alaric Taylor and Arnold Botts, we have solid evidence to prove your crimes. Please cooperate with us to undergo the investigation. Otherwise, we will take you

and arrested

be targeted. I am the council member of the North Hampton

else shared Alaric’s sentiment because no one foresaw the arrest of a council member