Chapter 74

Bryden moved quickly through the house, heading towards the safe hidden in the study. He knew his father kept a substantial amount of cash on hand for emergencies, and this certainly qualified. He paused at the door, taking a deep breath to steady himself before entering.

He knelt by the bookshelf, pressing a hidden button that caused a panel to slide open, revealing the safe. He quickly dialed in the combination and pulled the door open. Stacks of bills lay neatly inside, and he grabbed several bundles, stuffing them into a bag.

As he stood, he heard a soft knock on the door. Turning, he saw Marcus, his father’s trusted advisor, standing there.

“Bryden,” Marcus greeted him with a nod. “I heard about what happened.”

Bryden nodded curtly. “I’m taking care of it.”

Marcus’s gaze was piercing. “You know this could bring a lot of heat on us, right?”

“I know,” Bryden said, his voice steady. “But we don’t have a choice now. It’s done.”

Marcus sighed, rubbing his temples. “Just be careful. We
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