124 – THE CONFRONTATION

Luke sank his fingers into his hair and pulled… hard.

He couldn’t believe what he’d just heard. The possibility that it could even be true was even more alarming.

“When David Humsworth was in prison, at least we were certain that she was working alone. Now, I’m not so sure.”

Luke turned to McGregor.

“What do you mean, detective?”

“I mean that David Humsworth could be involved in all of this. Maybe he was the guy who tried to go after Nina today.”

Luke shook his head and leaned against the windows.

“I don’t think so. David Humsworth has a slim build. The guy from today had a bit of muscle. I could feel it when I grabbed him.”

MCGregor shrugged and got to his feet.

“I need to go now, your lordship. I’ll keep an eye on the Humsworth family like you asked.”

Luke nodded.

“Appoint one of your men to take up responsibility as Nina’s bodyguard until this blows over. I don’t want to take any chances.”

***

THE HUMSWORTHS MANSION

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