The Fake Heiress and Her Purrfect Partner novel Chapter 4

Chapter 4

Simon was taken aback. He had only intended to stop by and check on Nina’s health, but somehow, without even planning it, he ended up capturing a notorious criminal. It was almost as if Felix had willingly surrendered himself, presenting himself like a prize on a silver platter.

Felix lay sprawled across the floor, baring his teeth in defiance. “You guys were just waiting for me to show up, weren’t you?” he growled, frustration evident in his voice, refusing to admit defeat. “How did you even track me down?”

By the window, Nina was casually sharing the snacks Simon had brought with the Squirrel Bros. “Serves you right,” she said with a smirk. “Karma’s a real pain in the neck.”

Felix scowled at her, snorting and muttering curses under his breath when it became clear Nina wasn’t going to answer his questions.

Nina, however, paid him no mind. With her formidable brother Simon right by her side, she felt invincible. To her, this so-called top-tier criminal sprawled on the floor looked more like a hefty bounty waiting to be claimed.

“So, what’s the plan now?” Nina asked eagerly, her eyes gleaming with anticipation. “When do we get our reward?”

Simon chuckled at his little sister’s money-driven enthusiasm. “First things first, I need to call my boss.”

Pulling out his phone, Simon explained, “Felix has to be handed over to the Jelasburg Police Department headquarters. They’re treating this case as a top priority.”

Before Simon could dial, his phone vibrated. It was Larry Cheney, his coworker, sounding breathless and stressed. “Simon, where the hell have you disappeared to? Why aren’t you back at the station yet?”

“The deputy chief finally dug up some dirt on you, and he’s not letting it go this time,” Larry blurted out anxiously. “He says you took time off without a valid excuse, wants to dock your pay, and slap you with a formal warning—the whole nine yards.”

Simon sighed deeply. “Larry, I’m out here in Longridge District visiting my sick sister. There’s no way I can rush back right now.”

Larry groaned in frustration. “Seriously? You went all the way out there? You’re screwed, man. The deputy chief is coming down hard on you.”

Simon’s voice was calm but firm. “Larry, I just caught Felix here.”

Larry’s voice cracked with disbelief. “Wait—the Felix? You went to visit your sick sister and ended up nabbing a wanted criminal? How do you just drop news like that casually, like you just picked up groceries?”

Simon smirked. “Since the deputy chief is breathing down your neck, could you tell him? Let him know to escalate this and get someone to pick Felix up. I’ll text you the address.”

Larry’s panic vanished instantly. “Simon, you’re unbelievable. With your skills, it’s ridiculous they have you stuck handling small-time stuff out here. Now you swing by home and bag a criminal? Real talent shines no matter where you are. You’re headed places, man. That merit medal is basically yours. Hang tight. I’m reporting your win to the higher-ups right now.”

Nina’s eyes sparkled with excitement after overhearing the phone call. “So, does this mean you can finally transfer back to the city now that you’ve caught a wanted criminal?”

She had just witnessed Simon in action, and it was clear his talents far exceeded helping villagers find lost cows and chickens in the middle of nowhere.

Simon barely reacted to the mention of a transfer. “Not so fast,” he said flatly.

Nina, having grown up carefully navigating the complex Summer family dynamics, was quick to notice the subtle shift in Simon’s tone. ‘Work must be more complicated than I thought,’ she mused silently.

“Well, at least we’re getting that $200,000 reward today,” Nina said cheerfully, giving Simon a playful pat on the back.

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