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

Suzanne paused.

didn’t seem to notice that she was still gripping Nathan’s hand

or the ruffians,

on

gaze fell on their entwined hands. Suzanne’s hands were soft in his. She was holding his hand tightly. Her grip made his heart skip a beat.

way when Sally held his hand.

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

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for my men’s

the only thing that

she

out five

Nathan. “Do you have any cash on

His expression

thousand?” Jim said incredulously. “I meant 500

jaw dropped. “This is

letting you leave until you pay

thousand?” Suzanne tried to bargain

a single penny,” Nathan interrupted imperiously.