Ms. Escape: Marrying to Run, Fighting to Rise Novel

Chapter 22 Don't Be Greedy Adriana looked down and quietly shook her head . Of course , it'd all be worth it ... ས 49 % - Finished " Get some rest . The police will be by soon to take your statement ." Curtis stood and left the hospital ward . " Thanks , Mr. Lincoln . " Even though they weren't exactly close , Adriana still appreciated what he did . Curtis paused for a second at the door but didn't say anything . He just walked off . Once he was outside , he turned to his assistant . " Have my lawyer lead the legal team himself . " He had no intention of letting Rufus off easy .

The assistant looked surprised . " If you do that , the Joneses and Langfords will know you're involved ... " Curtis's tone was calm . " So ? " " Uh ... I just thought , since she didn't agree to work with you and you two aren't close- " Curtis cut him off with a sharp look . " You're talking too much ." The assistant immediately shut his mouth . Back in the ward , Joe Richardson showed up not long after . He looked at Adriana , full of regret . " I should've never let this happen . " There's solid proof against Rufus . Nera Club's been temporarily shut down .

Rufus is suspected of drug use as well . Serves him right , " Joe said through clenched teeth . Adriana finally let out a breath . Rufus had brought this on himself . " But be ready ... The Langfords and Joneses reached out to the chief . They're on their way here to convince you to let it go . How you want to handle it is your call , " Joe said , then hesitated . " If you wanted to use this to get your study abroad placement back- " " That's not happening . That placement was mine to begin with . I'm not using this to trade for anything . I just want Rufus to be held responsible .

" Adriana shook her head firmly . Joe was about to say more when Matthew walked in with other members of the Jones family . Natasha , who had been locked up for holding Adriana without permission , was being detained too . Adriana could imagine how desperate Matthew was rig now . And just like she expected , the first thing out of his mouth was , " Adriana , drop the charges ! " She didn't even bother looking at him . Drop the charges ? Is this a joke ? 1/3 11:52 Fri , Jan 2 DOD Chapter 22 Don't Be Greedy Am I supposed to forget everything just because he tells me to ?

< 3.49 % 8 Fireshed Matthew rushed over and lowered his voice . " Natasha's not doing well . Whatever happened between you and Rufus , don't drag her into it . " Adriana's chest ached as she clenched her hands tightly . " Mr. Langford , I think you're confused . Natasha's the one who held Adriana against her will ," Joe said , his tone cold . Matthew glared at Joe . " Officer Richardson , I remember you . " Four years ago , Joe was the officer in charge of that school bullying case . He'd pushed Adriana to come forward and see it through .

If it weren't for the Richardsons ' ties to the Langfords , Matthew would've gotten rid of him years ago . " They all know each other . Personal matters should stay personal . We've already handed over all the evidence . Come with me , " the police chief looked at Joe and said quietly . Joe's expression darkened . He gave Adriana a meaningful glance . " Thanks , Officer Richardson . I'm okay ," Adriana said with a small nod . She didn't want him getting dragged into this. She could take care of it herself . Joe nodded back and followed the chief out .

" Adriana , this has nothing to do with Natasha . Don't mix her up in whatever issues you have with Rufus . If he's guilty , go ahead and report him . But Natasha ... " Matthew sounded desperate . He only cared about Natasha now . He thought Adriana was using this situation to take Natasha down . " The cops don't take orders from me ." Adriana let out a bitter laugh . Matthew was ridiculous . He couldn't even see how injured she was . His mind was all on Natasha . " Officer Richardson has been going after both our familles since four years ago , " Matthew said , pointing toward the door .

" Adriana , I'm telling you now - drop the charges . Don't push me ." " Adriana , is it ? " A woman's voice rang out . " How much do you want for you to drop everything and stay away from my son ? Someone like you clearly went after him on purpose . " Rufus and Natasha's mother , Felicia Jones , had shown up , acting like she owned the place , Adriana used to feel nervous around people like her . Bu now ? All she saw was a fake , pitiful act . " Name your price ." Felicia smirked . " Keep your cash .

You'll need it to buy a coffin when your family finally pays for what they've done , " Adriana said softly . Then , she turned to Matthew . " I'm the one who was hurt . Your family's the one being investigated . I'm not meeting with any of you . If you don't leave , I'll call the cops again . " " Adriana ! " Matthew shouted , furious . " What else do you want ? Is that study abroad placement not enough ? Are you trying to ruin Natasha too? Don't be greedy ...

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