บททั้งหมดของ THE WRONG BROTHER : บทที่ 101 - บทที่ 110

Rhys"I'm the man who's going to make sure you rot in prison for what you've done.""Big words for someone whose car window just got smashed.""Was that supposed to scare me? Breaking glass in the middle of the night like a coward?" I laugh. "If you wanted to intimidate me, you should have tried harder.""Oh, I haven't even started trying yet.""Then what are you waiting for? You're here. I'm here. No cameras in this corner of the garage, I'm sure you checked before you came down." I spread my arms. "Take your shot."Kevin's eyes narrow. "You think I'm stupid enough to assault you right here? Right now?""I think you're desperate enough. Your company's failing, your trial is coming up, and everyone can see you're spiraling." I take another step closer. So go ahead. Hit me. Give me another reason to put you away."For a moment, I think he might actually do it. His hands clench into fists, his breathing gets heavier, and something dangerous flashes in his eyes.But then he laughs, cold

Charlotte Over the next hour, Elena walks me through her plan. It's detailed, strategic, and honestly impressive.First, we approach the IRS and SEC with the evidence. Get them to open formal investigations into Michael's financial crimes.Second, we carefully leak select information to the media. Nothing that would compromise the legal case, but enough to damage the Anders family's reputation.Third, we time everything to coincide with my trial against Kevin. Use the media attention from that case to amplify the story about Michael."The narrative writes itself," Elena says. The whole family corrupt from top to bottom. By the time we're done, the Anders name will be synonymous with fraud and violence.""It's good," I admit. "Really good.""Thanks." She smiles. "But here's the thing, Charlotte. For this to work, we need to be a united front. You, me, and Rhys. We need to trust each other completely.""We do trust you.""I'm glad. Because I trust you too. More than I've trusted anyone

RhysThe next morning, I'm running late. Charlotte and I overslept, unsurprisingly, given how late we stayed up last night,.and now I'm rushing to get out the door for my nine AM meeting."I'm sorry," I say, kissing Charlotte goodbye at the door. "I hate leaving in a rush like this.""It's fine. Go. You're already late." She straightens my tie with a smile. "I'll see you tonight.""Tonight. I'll try to be home by six.""Try to be home by seven. That way when you're actually home by six-thirty, I'll be impressed.""Smart woman." I kiss her once more and head out.The drive to Vertico is mercifully quick, light traffic for once. I pull into the parking garage and grab my briefcase, already mentally preparing for the investor meeting.I'm halfway to the elevator when I hear heels clicking on the concrete behind me."Rhys!"I turn to see Elena emerging from a sleek black car, waving."Elena. What are you doing here?""I had a meeting nearby and thought I'd stop by to see if David had any

Rhys"Because I didn't want to burden you with work problems when you're already dealing with so much. The trial is in two weeks, Charlotte. You don't need to be worrying about my company issues on top of everything else."She studies my face for a long moment, and I force myself to hold her gaze. To look as honest and open as possible."Okay," she says finally. "But Rhys? Next time, just tell me. Even if it's work stress. Even if you think I can't handle it. I'd rather know what's bothering you than have you shut me out.""I know. I'm sorry." I pull her into my arms. "I promise I'll do better."She relaxes against me, but I can still feel the tension in her shoulders. Like she wants to believe me but isn't quite convinced.My phone buzzes again in my pocket, and I feel her stiffen."That's probably Joan," I say quickly. "Following up on the investor situation. I'll call him back later.""You should probably take it. If it's about the investors...""It can wait. Right now, I just want

Charlotte Blood sprays across the white wall, across Rhys's shirt, across his knuckles.Kevin tries to fight back, throwing a wild punch that Rhys dodges easily. Another punch to Kevin's stomach. Kevin doubles over, gasping."Rhys..." I try to speak, but my voice comes out as a hoarse whisper.He doesn't hear me. Or maybe he does and doesn't care. He grabs Kevin by the collar and slams him against the wall again, his fist connecting with Kevin's face with a sickening crunch.Kevin's nose breaks. Blood pours down his face."You touched her!" Each word is punctuated by another hit. "You put your hands on her! You tried to kill her!"Kevin tries to stand, tries to push Rhys away, but his legs give out. He slumps against the wall, sliding down to the floor, leaving a smear of blood on the pristine white paint."Rhys, stop!" I finally manage to get the words out, my throat burning. "Please!"But he's not listening. He hauls Kevin up by his shirt and hits him again. Kevin's head snaps back