Chapter 558

Vince's expression darkened and changed to one of suspicion.

Meanwhile, Sebastian and Rosalie bore equally cold expressions as they stared silently back at him.

Vince momentarily considered his options before finally steeling himself and shouting, "Officers! Arrest him!"

Hearing that made Carl break into a knowing grin.

"You are indeed a wise man, Chief Weist," Carl said. "Don't worry, I'll put in a good word for you once Mr. Targery arrives later!"

As Carl spoke, the guards had begun to walk toward Sebastian to arrest him.

However, they were stopped in their tracks by Vince's angry yell, "What are you doing?"

He then jabbed a finger at Carl before he barked, "I told you to arrest him!"

The officers, including Carl, were stunned.

Carl's eyes were as wide as saucers as he glared at Vince.

"Chief! What is the meaning of this?" he demanded. "Are you trying to make an enemy out of Mr. Targery?"

Instead of answering, Vince kicked Carl square in the chest, sending him sprawling