Chapter Ten: Bound to You
"That man will withdraw the case, so you better release Athena Arlington this instant."
The sheriff looked hesitant. "But, sir, she's a criminal."
And the young billionaire isn't naive enough to grasp the situation. "And how much is that crime worth? Name the price, and I'll buy it."
Stars appeared in the sheriff's eyes, and Phoenix was right—the man wanted money.
"I see no problem, and she can be released the moment Mr. Arlington signs some papers," the sheriff responded while suppressing a grin.
Brian is silently standing there while staring at the papers. He could feel the burning glares his boss was sending his way, and he couldn't understand why he was doing this.
Having left without a choice, Brian signed, Phoenix signaled for him to follow, and th
