The Ninth Bride (Samantha and Finley) novel Chapter 254

Chapter 254 A Matter of Price
"At the same time, I demand compensation—twenty times the value of my phone! Officer, you must be my witness. Otherwise, I fear Hazel might try to back out."

As Samantha addressed the police officer standing beside her, Hazel, still sprawled on the ground, turned to the officer with a pained expression. "You're the police! She's been hitting me, and you've done nothing to help me?"

The officer responded, "Samantha was acting in self-defense. Moreover, she didn't initially intend to hit you. You provoked her first, so her actions were defensive, and we have no authority to intervene. Additionally, you didn't call for help, so there was no need for us to get involved."

Hazel was left speechless.

Clearing her throat, she finally said, "I believe you're all siding with Samantha."

The officers, maintaining their stern demeanor, replied, "Hazel, we're merely presenting the facts. This situation began because of your actions. Furthermore, your false report is wasting valuable police resources. If you weren't a student, we'd be taking you to the station for a proper reprimand."

Hearing this, Hazel fell silent, unsure of how to defend herself.

With great effort, she pushed herself off the ground and asked Samantha, "I've agreed to everything now. Can I leave?"

Samantha responded coolly, "You haven't compensated me yet for twenty times the cost of my phone. Will you be transferring the money, or would you prefer to write a check?"

Was Samantha so fixated on money?

"Can't I pay you back later?"

Samantha's tone was icy. "No. I'm afraid you might back out. After all, you're known for not keeping your word. To ensure you don't face repercussions for owing me money, it's best to settle it now."

Hazel felt both physically and financially bruised.