Chapter 1197

Under the weight of four skeptical stares, Hugh finally said, "The person behind this ordered me to kill you. "But after the plan went south, and you caught me, he showed up that same night. He threatened my parents' lives and forced me to stay close to you guys and act as his mole. "I didn't have a choice. I had to help him." "Fair enough," Maeve said with a nod. "But what I need is a reason to trust you. And you haven't given me that." "I…" Hugh lowered his head. "I can't give you a reason." Charlie was amused. "So, after all that whining, you still can't give us any proof to trust you?" "If I'd really wanted Ms. Scott dead, I wouldn't have shown up that night to give Mr. Spencer a hint so he could rescue her," Hugh said earnestly. He then locked eyes with Maeve. "Ms. Scott, I owe you my life. If danger ever comes your way, I'll lay down mine to save you." "Touching, but I don't buy promises about the future. If you're serious about switching sides, prove it now, not later.