Chapter 659

Trystan and his employees at Lawson Group had always respected law enforcement and the judicial system. They never crossed any lines. The moment Marcel got back to Frank, he spotted Megan stepping out, cradling Asher in her arms. "She's coming out! She's coming out!" A buzz of commotion rippled through the crowd. Marcel grabbed a megaphone. "Megan Reyes, let the hostage go right now. It's the wisest thing you can do." "Shut up!" Megan fired back, holding Asher close while she pressed a sharp paring knife against his neck with her other hand. Bethany screamed in shock, almost passing out. "I know there are a ton of snipers targeting me now, but listen." Megan sneered. "Even if I die, I'll make sure this little brat goes down with me." "No. No." Bethany shook her head vigorously. Marcel's face turned serious. He leaned closer to his walkie-talkie and muttered, "The hostage is in danger. No one fires without Captain Lawson's orders." "Hand me the megaphone," Frank said before gra