Scandalous Liaison: A Dark Mafia Billionaire Romance by Piper Stone

Author:Piper Stone [Stone, Piper]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Stormy Night Publications
Published: 2023-11-09T16:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 20

Kendrick

“The soldiers are in position,” Grayson told me. “In case you need backup for tonight. I don’t mind telling you I don’t like the fact you’re at this party. You’re a sitting duck.”

“You suddenly underestimate me. I know what I’m doing.”

“You always say that, bossman. One day you’re going to get yourself killed. Did you forget you and your family were threatened?”

That was inevitable, a part of my job and an understanding I’d had since I was young. The fact I’d told my companion about the threats was yet another surprise. However, it seemed to help her trust me if only a little bit. “Never to be forgotten, Grayson. Have you discovered any connection with the Diego Cartel?” I’d had him searching for a definitive connection between Rutherford Warrington and Don Diego. It was always better to make certain of betrayal before issuing the final blow. I’d heard of syndicates being picked apart, destroyed in bloody wars when prudence wasn’t used.

“Nothing. You know Diego’s reputation. I’d be shocked if he used someone else to do his biddings other than his trained soldiers. What I can tell you is that he hasn’t left Colombia in a long time. Almost two years.”

The man was getting older. He’d been shot several times and I’d heard he’d developed cancer given his heavy tobacco usage, but men who suffered losses the way he had never forgot or forgave the incident. It was only a matter of time before he struck like a viper. “Yes, I know the man well. Including what he’s capable of. Keep searching. Make certain my family is well protected.”

“Stop worrying. I have everything under control,” Grayson said with disdain in his voice. The man didn’t appreciate being challenged any more than I did. That’s what made us somewhat compatible. I almost laughed at the thought. He tolerated me at best because I paid him well to do so.

I stood outside the vehicle, surveying the location of what was being called an engagement party. From what I’d been able to determine, the relationship between Ashley Winslow and Steinbeck Warrington had been considered a whirlwind romance. In our line of work, that meant it had either been arranged or Steinbeck had been ordered to find a suitable bride. It certainly didn’t hurt that she’d come from a very well-to-do family, one considered some of the early settlers in the west. The family owned several huge ranches, considered multimillionaires. And her father happened to be running for governor.

My lovely bride to be watched me intently from the car. She had a smug look on her face, as if realizing whatever business I was handling would affect her family. The time spent sparring with her had been far too enjoyable. The evening would prove to be interesting.

The winery was larger than the one attached to the hotel, yet still quaint. Her father had hired plenty of security, but that didn’t mean my soldiers couldn’t take a position that would allow them immediate access if necessary.

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