We're already getting a divorce. I didn't want to owe Richard any favors.

Besides, this is Charles's mess, I wouldn't pay for someone like him.

"Of course I know who he is and what his status is."

The guy with the gravelly voice smirked, dialed the number and switched to speakerphone. "We don't want to cross him either, we just want our money."

My heart continued racing as the phone kept ringing.

Should I plead for his help or try to distance myself?

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