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Chapter 23

That rated his outraged looks from most of the men, although a couple of them nodded as if they’d had the same thought.

“We’re good, law-abiding people,” Kingman spat out. “Not a one of us would do something to her, so get that idea out of your head right now, MisterLewis.”

Wylie didn’t retract his statement, but he didn’t push it, either, even though he knew there was a slim possibility he was right.

“Ready to head back?” Garry asked him.

“Sure am, before some of the guys decide to lynch me,” Wylie replied with a humorless smile.

“We’ll keep you safe,” Carl said, joining them. “Owen and I are headed to your place to get started, Wylie, unless you want us to hold off until tomorrow.”

Wylie nodded. “Why don’t you. If you were up as early as Garry and I were, you’re probably dead on your feet.”

Carl grinned. “Are you saying I’m getting too old for this sort of shit?”