Chapter Eighty two

82.

“There are certain considerations, O’Mara. She has obligations.”

Shane had firmed his mouth. “Too bad. You have obligations too, Mr.

Kasilli. I’m sure we can find another way to settle our debt, if you wish to

protect your little girl. Perhaps a cut of your profits?” He’d had no interest

in the money, but he’d seen the greed in Kasilli’s eyes and had known

money was the old fool’s weak spot.

After a long hesitation, Kasilli had nodded and waved his hand, as

though it meant nothing. “Take the girl.”

“Have her come to you.”

Kasilli had lifted a shoulder, again seeming unbothered by handing

over his daughter when compared to losing part of his fortune. “Very well. I

shall arrange for her to come here, and then you can transport her

wherever you intend to hold her.”

Shane remembered feeling nonplussed at the other man’s apathy. He

hadn’t seemed to care what Shane’s intentions were toward Mia. Kasilli’s

callousness had fallen in with his plans, but he’d still felt a hint