Chapter 21

Andrew was nowhere to be seen as Christina looked around.

"Since you're not involved in this, get lost, you coward," Baldy snarled, kicking Shawn aside before turning his attention to Christina. "Ms. Stevens, Mr. Garner has his eye on that property. You're coming with us to sign it over."

Shawn crawled away, groveling, "Thank you for your mercy. Thank you, Mr. Garner, for sparing me."

Internally, he cursed his terrible luck. Jayrodale's four districts were each controlled by a ruthless crime lord. Dylan was the crime lord of the southern area, with hundreds of loyal thugs at his command. The Fields family was insignificant in comparison.

"Shawn, they're taking Christie! Do something!" Irene pleaded desperately.

Leroy joined in, begging, "Shawn, I know you can figure this out. You're the Fields family heir. Don't you have connections?"

Shawn's face darkened as he replied, "I can't do anything. When Mr. Garner wants something, you'd better hand it over."

Irene turned on hi