Brodie remained composed.

“You don’t want to marry into the Mitchell family? Really? Are you sure about that?”

Melina stared at him.

“What are you getting at?”

Brodie took a slow sip of his coffee before speaking.

“I know you still have feelings for Bryson.

“That’s nonsense!” Melina frowned.

“Is it?” Brodie replied, a hint of amusement in his tone.

“Let me guess what you’re thinking.

Franco Mitchell’s fate is still up in the air.

If Tyshawn succeeds, you’ll have proof of his crime.

If he fails, he might end up in prison for life.

Either way, he won’t bother you anymore, and you’ll be free to do whatever you want.

Melina paused, setting down her cup.

“What do you want from me?”

“I want to work with you,” Brodie said simply.

Melina laughed dryly.

“Our family might not be as powerful as the Mitchells, but we’re not fools, Mr.

Moreno.

Just a couple of days ago, Ryleigh was your partner.

with Tyshawn before coming to me, right? You’re casting a wide net, seeing

not missing

with me, Miss Glyn? We both know

use each other? I

and I, we’re

narrowed her eyes, considering his

a moment, she

“Alright, I agree.

Brodie finally smiled.

“Excellent.

We’re partners now.

to do with them? The Mitchell family’s economy has been declining

and they have capital

has helped them recover a few times, it won’t take much

Brodie as if he

family won’t be as easy as you

.

.

Library

Brodie shrugged.

when the shepherds quarrel, the wolf has

just need to

result is all that matters

to kick

looking to exploit the Mitchell family’s

long as they

felt a chill at his

wasn’t just

of Bryson, her resolve

“Alright, I’ll cooperate.

count on

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