“It was two million,” I stated flatly.
Hunter let out a laugh that sounded both condescending and hysterical. “Then you clearly don’t know Coby.”
I didn’t respond as I quickly checked her for more weapons before releasing her. Abel had already moved closer after Hunter’s misguided attack, and I knew I’d have to listen to him bitch about the close call later.
“Explain,” I ordered once she was facing me.
If looks could kill…
Her pretty ass wanted to finish me off so bad. I don’t think she ever wanted anything more.
Hunter was smart enough to know she’d reach the end of my forgiving nature.
I mean…it’s not like I needed a second wife.
Hunter sighed and said, “She’s my best friend.”
I guess that was all the explanation she felt compelled to give.
“You can buy new friends.”
Hunter shook her head. “Not like her.”
I just stared at her. I might have given Hunter too much credit. She was more naive than I thought.
“I disagree,” I told her. “Anyone can be bought when you have the world to offer.”
“Speak for yourself, asshole. I’m priceless.”
I smiled widely. “I’m starting to understand that.” I began circling her and laughed to myself when she turned with me, keeping me within her sight always. “But money isn’t the only currency, so tell me your price.”
Hunter blinked. “What?”
“Tell me how much it will take to make you go away and forget Coby Perry ever existed.”
There was nothing but silence between us for several moments.
“All right,” she said eventually and then folded her arms. “Eat a dick.”
Stopping in front of her again, I turned my head to the side and cupped my ear. “Run that back?”
Hunter batted her false lashes innocently. “Eat a dick,” she repeated, “and I’ll let you have my friend.”
I said nothing as I let my gaze roam her face and those arresting eyes one last time.
So tempting.
And an utter waste.
“Have it your way, Vengeance.” I held her gaze as I backed away and lifted my hand.
My men immediately took aim.
She’d never even noticed them closing in and forming a kill circle while we spoke. As one, they tightened their ranks until Hunter had nowhere to run. Their grim faces would be the last thing Hunter Parrish would ever see.
Suddenly, I felt a wave of anxiety as I forced myself to walk away from her.Come on, I silently begged her.You’re smarter than that.
Two of my men had just parted to let me through when I heard, “Wait.”
