Salute To The General (Nathan Cross) novel Chapter 59

Nathan grunted in reply whereas Penny professed gratefully, "Thank you for escorting us back.”

Penny had suggested the idea that the police escort them back since they had initially been taken away by the police. This would show their daughter that her parents were not criminals and had not been arrested.

Jerry quickly answered, "It's no trouble, miss."

"Papa, Mama!” Queenie called out excitedly as she sprinted towards them.

Nathan bent down to scoop his daughter into his arms. The cold look that was on his face earlier melted to form an adoring smile. His voice was warm as he cooed, "Hello, sweetheart!"

Benson and Leah came over at a more sedate pace. Checking to make sure Nathan and Penny were alright, they were delighted that the younger couple had returned safely. Turning to the policemen, they warmly invited them in for some tea.

Jerry declined, "There's no need, sir, ma'am. We were only escorting Mr. Cross and Ms. Smith here home. We need to get back to work now."

Queenie burst out, "Mister, I thought that the police only arrested bad people. Why did you take away my Papa and Mama just now?"

Jerry gulped nervously as he broke out in a cold sweat. "Kid, your Papa and Mama aren't bad people. I was here to ask them for their help in catching the bad guys."

"Your parents are heroes. Don't tell them, but we're planning to award them a Good Citizen Award."

The suspicious look on Queenie's face evaporated as she threw her arms around her father's neck tightly, saying proudly, "I always knew that my Papa was a big hero! He's the best!"

Everyone laughed at the little girl's antics. Jerry took this opportunity to excuse himself, leaving with his men.

The happy family went back inside the house for a late dinner, chatting and laughing merrily.

At that moment, in Allheaven Hotspring Club.

Harry Leigh, Joseph Myers, Samuel and Miles Smith were relaxing in the hot spring as they chatted.