Chapter 248
Author: Faith George
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Seated in his hideout, Gray Shelf's gaze was fixed on the crackling fireplace flames. His mind was filled with cold, calculated thoughts that were not much warmed by the room's warmth. He had started to hear rumors about the Nike family.

It did not surprise him because he was accustomed to hearing alarming stories about the Nike family—corruption, bribery, and manipulation. Thus, Gray hardly raised an eyebrow when his private investigator called to give an update.

His desk phone began to buzz. Calmly, he reached over and held the receiver up to his ear.

"What is in store for me?" Gray spoke in a steady, low voice that was devoid of emotion.

There was no delay for the investigator on the other end. "Sir, I have some updates. The setup against Sebastian involves a significant involvement from the Nike family. They bought Chief John off, but the Commissioner found out. John seemed to be unable to take the pressure and revealed everything. Now that the Commissioner is looking into the bri
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