Chapter 217

Nolan studied the other man for a long time, considering his options. Was he really ready to let the guy walk—with the diamonds—just to keep Candace happy?

If he apprehended Andrew and brought him back to Quinley, he’d go to prison for a long time. And Nolan would lose Candace forever.

On the other hand, that was about ten million dollars worth of stones in that bag Andrew was casually hefting over his shoulder. Which was a hell of a lot of money to let just walk away. And it wasn’t just money. It was money belonging to his best friend. It was his company’s reputation on the line. Was he really going to risk all of that for Candace's happiness?

He’d come here this morning telling himself as long as he got the diamonds back, he’d be okay with letting Andrew walk. That was the deal he made with himself. He’d let her brother go, if he handed over the stones.

Now it looked like he’d get neither.

Nolan stood, ramming his hands into his pockets as he wat