The Rise Of The Penniless Son-in-law

CHAPTER 172

The morning sun was just peeking over the horizon when Xavier finally decided it was time to disappear. He had spent a restless night going over every detail of the current situation, and he knew he was running out of options. The commissioner’s ultimatum hung over his head like a guillotine, and Lawrence's imminent threat made him uneasy.He knew he couldn't keep up with the deadline given to him by the commissaire, and with Lawrence breathing hard on his neck, he needed to disappear.

Xavier packed a small bag with the things that he needed which include some cash, fake IDs, and a gun. He knew his escape route well; he had planned it meticulously years ago, never expecting to need it. But the time had come. He slipped a burner phone into his pocket and left his mansion through a hidden exit in the basement. The tunnel led him to a remote shed on the outskirts of his property.

He walked into the cool morning air, taking a deep breath to steady himself. As he moved towards the waiting