In the Lap of Luxury

Chapter 598 Gain His Trust

Puzzled, Brodie questioned, "She's your family? You're from the Lewis family?"

"Exactly," Xander replied confidently.

He refrained from revealing their romantic relationship, lest it incur Brodie's wrath. Presenting himself as a blood relative would suffice to convince Brodie of his determination to rescue Grace.

Besides, he wasn't lying, since he had grown up with the Lewises.

Understanding Xander's intentions, Grace stared at him and pleaded, "Just leave me, Xan."

Xander widened his eyes in shock at her words, but he asserted firmly, "There's no way I'm leaving you."

Meanwhile, Benjamin waited for a chance to act. However, Brodie was highly alert, so Benjamin couldn't risk putting Grace in danger.

At that moment, Danzel's subordinate approached them and reported, "The cars are ready, and the roads have been cleared." Text content © NôvelDrama.Org.

Danzel acknowledged the information with a nod and shouted at Brodie, "What do you want now?"

"Tell your men to stay put. I'll release her once I get to the border!" Brodie demanded.

Unexpectedly, Xander stepped forward and said, "Don't make things difficult for the chief. They have their jobs to do too. Let me take the risk, Brodie. Let me go with you."

He put his life on the line with those words.

Upon hearing this, Peter and Danzel were utterly shocked. They were about to interject when Xander raised a hand to stop them.

"You're crazy, Xan!" Grace exclaimed in disbelief.

Brodie was taken aback by Xander's resolute decision as well. He scoffed. "Do you realize what it means to go with me? You don't seem to value your life, do you?"

"What kind of person would I be if I left my family in danger? Brodie, did your boss ever inform you about the Lewis family? If anything happens to Grace, you won't be able to survive anywhere.

"I'm telling you this for your own good," Xander reasoned, his words gradually penetrating Brodie's defenses.

Ultimately, Grace sensed Brodie's wall of resistance crumble completely.

With Grace held hostage, Brodie cautiously descended the stairs as the crowd parted for him. He made his way outside and halted in front of the waiting car. Turning around, he beckoned Xander over.

"You, come along," he demanded.

"Absolutely not!" Peter interjected hastily.

"You stay on guard here," Xander ordered before confidently striding toward the exit and taking a seat in the car.

Brodie followed suit, keeping Grace in his hold. Once inside, Brodie's subordinate stepped on the accelerator, and the car sped away

Benjamin rushed out, exclaiming, "Why did you let him go, Chief Bradley?"

To his surprise, Danzel replied casually, "Relax. We've positioned men along the way."

When Benjamin heard the news, his furrowed brows eased in understanding. Yet he couldn't wrap his head around one thing. "If you've deployed in advance, why did Xander—"

"There's no better plan than having him willingly step into the game," Danzel stated.

Benjamin was stunned. Even with their careful planning, there was still a significant risk involved. Despite that, Xander had decided to take that risk for Grace.

At that moment, Larry approached Benjamin and whispered, "We've looked into Ms. Quine's whereabouts, but she's nowhere to be found."

Benjamin hadn't expected this, and his eyes widened in surprise.

…

Meanwhile, three cars were racing ahead down the open road. Brodie was sitting in one of the cars, with Grace and Xander on either side.

The air inside the car crackled with tension, setting the stage for an intense journey ahead.

Mario, Brodie's driver, couldn't help but ask, "Why did you let him tag along, Brodie? It's too risky!"

"You fool! Why do you think those cops let us go so easily? It's because he's with us!" Brodie retorted.

He then glanced at Xander and remarked, "That being said, you're a clever one. You know it's the best choice to work with me."

Xander replied calmly, "I've transferred two billion dollars into your account. From the beginning, my only concern has been Grace's safety.

"As long as you stay true to your path, I trust your word more than the cops."

Brodie scoffed at his words, yet a cold sweat broke out on his back. Even in this perilous situation, Xander remained composed. Brodie realized he wasn't someone to be taken lightly.

"I'll gladly accept your offer then. You're quite lucky to have such a caring brother, little woman." Amused, Brodie casually stroked Grace's chin.