The Wrong Woman

Chapter 17

Nathan had never thought that Suzanne could be so ruthless. She’d always seemed so gentle and soft–spoken.

Before Suzanne could say anything, a ruffian rushed in and pointed at Nathan. “Boss, that’s him, he’s here to cause trouble! He knocked Harry out and punched me!”

Within seconds, Nathan was surrounded by several bouncers, who were all staring at him murderously.

This was an illegal casino, so they only let in familiar clients. Everyone else in the casino was wary of Nathan, as he was a stranger.

“Why did you knock out my men and force your way in?” the manager of the casino demanded.

Suzanne bravely put herself in front of Nathan. She faced the manager. “Jim, he’s my friend.

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Jim snorted, “You came here and beat up your

brother without a care about the other patrons. You disrupted my business. That’s all fine and dandy, but this is a different matter. Your friend beat up my men.”

Suzanne was afraid that Nathan wouldn’t be able to fight all of the bouncers in the casino. I’m sorry on his behalf, Jim,” she said cajolingly. “We won’t be any more trouble. We’re leaving now.”

She grabbed Nathan’s hand and turned to leave.

no. You can’t

Suzanne paused.

to notice that she

worried about the bouncers or the ruffians, but he was entranced

nervous defense on his

on their entwined hands. Suzanne’s hands were soft in his. She was holding his hand tightly.

this way when Sally held

a friendly smile. “What do you need from us,

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my men’s medical fees,” Jim said

sighed. Money really was the only

much?” she asked.

out

to Nathan. “Do you have any cash on you? Give him

His expression darkened.

Jim said incredulously. “I meant 500 thousand!”

“This

letting you leave until you pay

thousand?” Suzanne tried to bargain

single penny,” Nathan