STEPBROTHER (R-18) novel Chapter 41

Scarletts P.O.V

After what feels like hours sitting cuffed at the police station, you're surprised when Kirk comes stalking into the room, a man dressed in formal attire following him. You shift in the uncomfortable seat you've claimed beside the desk of the officer who arrested you, frowning with confusion as he nears you. Kirk glances at Oliver over a bench beside a vast window overlooking the street.

"You're both coming with me"

"What?"

The man who accompanied him, sighs and moves towards you, directing you to turn around so he can unhand cuff you.

"This is the chief of police, Ron. Him and I went to high school together, lucky for you two"

Ron removes the cuffs from you, and steps back. You sigh with relief, bringing your arms forward to rub at your aching wrists. You frown when you notice red, chaffed skin from the metal, before you clear your throat.

"What?"

"Your father explained everything. I'm letting you off with a warning"

Ron glances at Oliver, and quirks a brow.

"Its your lucky day"

It feels pretty un-fucking lucky for the most part.

"Thanks again, Ron. I really appreciate it"

Ron shakes his head as he nears Oliver.

"Don't worry about it, Kirk. Think of it as payback for Lauren Greer"

Your confusion is evident when they both chuckle about some inside joke. Oliver's gaze darkens warily.

"So, you're just letting me go? No charges or anything?"

"No charges. I know Rick Donald. He's a scumbag. Always has been an abusive SOB. And your mother attested it was self defence"