Ruby was losing her patience. She raised her hand, signaling for her men to throw this meddling stranger out.
With his arms twisted behind his back, Simon Shaw had the presence of mind to shout, "My dad is Dylan Coleman! Who dares lay a hand on me?"
Dylan Coleman was the local crime lord.
Of course, Ruby knew of him.
She stared suspiciously at Simon Shaw. "How come I've never heard Mr. Coleman has a son this old?"
Simon Shaw insisted, "My dad has several illegitimate sons. Does he have to report every single one to you?"
Ruby hesitated.
Dylan Coleman was a dangerous man.
Not someone you wanted to cross.
The best thing to do was to contact Dylan Coleman first to confirm this stranger's identity.
Ruby turned and left to make the call.
'Oh, God, I'm out of time! If something happens to Miss Vaughn, how will I ever face President Hawthorne?' Simon Shaw was frantic.
Just as Simon Shaw was pacing anxiously, a loud BANG! suddenly echoed.
