Chapter 111: A Hint

Zander Smut felt a spark of anger, but he tamped it down. A bumpkin like this wasn't worth the breath. Trading barbs would only drag him down. He didn't pick up Jason Sowden's last remark. In a clipped, commanding tone, he said, "Since Ramon already contacted you, I assume you know what to do. After the dinner, I'll ask the Santee family for Margaret's hand. When the moment comes, watch my cue and step up to withdraw the engagement with Salvatore." Before Jason could answer, Zander shut off the...