Chapter 227: Pledge of Devotion

After dinner, since Katherine had been drinking, she left her car at the noodle shop and they took a cab to the Guardia Hotel. Throughout the ride, Katherine was silent, but Henry could read the excitement in her expressions. As they journeyed, Henry called Zane, so when they arrived at the hotel, Zane was already waiting for them. "Henry, you're back." "Yeah, let me introduce you. This is the stunning policewoman, Katherine." "King City's own, Zane!" Zane greeted, extending his hand for a gentle shake. "The Tiger of King City, your reputation precedes you!" Katherine's comment made Zane visibly awkward, but he managed a forced smile, considering Henry's presence. It wasn't surprising, really. Zane's reputation was well-known, and his name often linked with the underworld. Given Katherine's special status, her remark was understandable. "Some things shouldn't be taken at face value, Katherine. Not everything you hear or see is true. Zane has never been involved in anything illeg