In the Lap of Luxury

Chapter 597 The Most Wanted Criminal

"I have no idea what you're talking about. Release her now!" Benjamin exclaimed.

Surprised by Benjamin's bold assertion, Brodie shot him a piercing glare and retorted coldly, "Well, if that's the case, don't expect any mercy from me."

With Grace held hostage, Brodie scanned the surroundings and declared, "I know this woman isn't just some ordinary girl. I demand to speak to the person in charge here!"

Stepping forward, Danzel looked Brodie in the eye and spoke sternly, "You've been on our wanted list for years, Brodie.

"It's surprising to see that you have the guts to show your face in Pamore and are hiding behind a woman like a coward. You're truly despicable!"

Brodie snickered in response. "Ah, Chief Bradley, always a pleasure to see you. You know, you wouldn't have managed to catch me if it hadn't been for that kid, not even with a hundred plainclothesmen on my tail.

"Too bad I still don't know his name. Pass along a message for me. Tell him to come out and face me if he's got any guts!"

Even as Grace gasped for breath, she couldn't help but find a twisted sense of honor in Brodie's actions.

Danzel asserted, "In that case, you'll have to come with us. I'll let him interrogate you personally."

"Zip it! Get three cars ready, and get us out of the country! Otherwise, I'll end this woman!" Brodie threatened and tightened his grip on Grace, whose face paled at his forceful hold.

Clenching his fists tightly, Xander instructed, "Do as he says, Chief Bradley."

Upon getting no immediate response from Danzel, one of the policemen behind him spoke up. "Mr. Fulton, you might not be aware, but Brodie has taken lives.

"He's highly skilled and holds the top spot on our wanted list. If we let him go, there's little chance of catching him next time!"

"I don't care about that. Grace is in his hands. She must stay alive! Just do as he says!" Xander ordered, his frustration evident in his tone.

Just as everyone was hesitating, Danzel gestured to his subordinates and said, "Do as Brodie says."

As preparations for Brodie's demands were underway, he maintained a vigilant stance. He kept his hold on Grace as a cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

Suppressing his anxiety, Xander said calmly, "I heard about you on my way here, Brodie.

"You entered the underworld when you were 17 years old, became the gang head at 19 years of age, and took on risky businesses by the time you were 20 years old.

"There was a time you got thrown into the sea for a mistake, but your strong will brought you back to shore. I truly admire your will to live."

Surprised to hear his life story from a stranger, Brodie furrowed his brows and asked, "Who are you? I've never seen you before. Are you a new recruit?"

"I'm just a businessman. You mentioned receiving five million dollars to deal with this woman. Frankly, I don't think it's worth the risk.

"Given your capabilities and experience, it seems insufficient for you to jeopardize yourself in Pamore, let alone harm a woman." Xander shot a sharp gaze at Brodie, his words going for the

jugular.

Grace sensed Brodie tense up, and she held her breath cautiously. All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.

"You get me, huh?" Brodie glared.

Unfazed, Xander lit a cigarette and titled his head.

"The person who sent you must mean a lot to you. Either they saved your life, or they have something you can't afford to lose. Knowing you, I'm inclined to believe it's the former."

Benjamin furrowed his brow at Xander's words. At the same time, Grace could sense Brodie's cautiousness easing.

"You've got me all figured out. Too bad we can't be buddies," Brodie remarked.

"I appreciate the sentiment, Brodie. I'll be straight with you—the woman you're holding is my family. If you release her, I'll ensure you safely reach the border. As for what lies ahead …"

Xander paused and glanced around before saying, "Who knows what the future holds?"