His Untamed Savage Bride novel Chapter 211

Chapter 211

Maria was thrilled that her name was cleared.

During the chaos, all she could think about was getting the children to safety, but that so–called family tutor had pulled Grayson back. In the struggle, the explosion happened, leading to utter chaos, with Maria having to evade the attacker and protect the children simultaneously.

Fortunately, witnesses had seen what happened and cleared her name.

Maria smugly raised an eyebrow in the direction of the Vanderbilt family before sitting down with Serena in her arms, feeling at case

Claire, however, was no longer feeling relaxed. She had casually shifted the blame earlier, never expecting to be exposed on the spot. At this moment. she felt as if she was sitting on pins and needles. Without even looking up, she could feel Lauren’s murderous gaze on her.

“Claire!” Lauren was now seething with rage, wishing she could tear Claire apart.

Claire was one to bend and endure. She had been acting arrogantly in front of Maria before, but now, facing Lauren’s anger, she immediately dropped to her knees at Lauren’s feet.

“Maam, ma’am. I didn’t. It’s, it’s all his fault!” Claire tried to argue but only then did she realize she had no way herself

defend

Could she really say the police were lying or accuse everyone present of lying? She could only sit there, her face as pale as at ghost, trembling as she knelt on the floor,

“Officer, is it a crime to use a child as a shield like this?” Lauren asked, not bothering to waste time on Claire, instead turning to the police directly.

Compared to how Paisley’s nanny had forcefully pulled Grayson away earlier, Lauren was now even more furious at Claire’s

actions.

She was an adult, earning a huge salary provided by the Vanderbilt family. She had promised to protect and care for Grayson, but when danger struck, she used Grayson as a shield.

Lauren could have understood if Claire had just run off and left Grayson behind, but to put Grayson in harm’s way, using him as a shield, was beyond comprehension.

The police officer scratched his head, clearly disgusted by Claire’s actions. However, he said, “Well, it’s probably just a civil matter Meaning, she was unlikely to face jail time or criminal charges,

Claire sighed with relief, but when she looked up, she met Dominick’s cold, calculating gaze. Immediately, she had the thought that maybe jail would actually be safer.

“Officer, everything’s fine here. We won’t keep you from your work any longer, Dominick said politely to the two officers. The officers didn’t leave inmediately. Instead, they exchanged look and asked, “What about her?”

“Don’t worry, we won’t be doing anything illegal, Dominick assured them with a serious tone.

Just then, a message came through the officers‘ walkie–talkies. After a brief exchange, they quickly left the scene.

Dominick turned his cold eyes on Claire, giving instructions to his men, “Take her out of here. Don’t let her disturb anyone.”

Claire was roughly grabbed by two of Dominick’s men and dragged out. Her legs went weak with fear. “Sir, Sir! I know I was wrong. Im sorry! I’m sorry!”

The onlookers watched the entire scene in stunned silence.

Julian, Dominick called for Julian. “Hand this over to Mr. Young

Julian’s brow furrowed. He knew that Dominick was upset.

Victor Young was the best attorney in Harrowfell, and also Dominick’s personal lawyer. For something as simple as civil compensation, it wasn’t necessary to involve him. Especially for someone like Claire, a powerless young woman.

However, Dominick’s use of Victor meant he wasn’t letting this go easily. At least for the next five years, Claire wouldn’t be able to live peacefully.

Dominick had indeed kept his promise to the police, not breaking any laws, But in the end, it might have been better for Claire to sit in jail. At least there, she’d have it easier.

“Alright. I’ll handle it right away, Julian nodded. Though he thought Dominick’s punishment was harsh, he had no sympathy for someone like Claire.

Fear and selfishness were natural human emotions, and they could be excused. But Claire’s biggest mistake was lying about

it

Lauren was still upset but knew that Dominick’s way of handling this was the best. Right now, she could only stay by Grayson’s side, feeling deep guilt inside.

If she had known, she never would have hired Claire. The only reason she brought Claire in was because Grayson kept asking for Paisley.