Brayden intervened with a scowl.
“Miss Moore isn’t one to fall into such a debt trap. Are those men spewing tales?”
“Further inquiry is necessary to unearth the real story.”
Eliana’s hand flew to her mouth in shock.
“Miss Moore, did you really get entangled with these loan sharks?”
Seemingly catching herself misspeaking, Eliana quickly added with a twinge of guilt, “In truth, if Miss Moore finds herself strapped for cash, we’re here to extend a helping hand. Why ever might you need to…”
Declan’s eyebrows knitted together.
“If money was the issue, why keep it from me? What’s the sum you borrowed? Let me settle it for you.”
In a wave of shock, Eliana’s teeth found her lip, a tremor racing through her as she stood next to Declan, utterly flabbergasted!
Declan’s proposal to clear Hannah’s dues was unexpected! This woman surely knew how to stir the pot!
With an impatient side-eye, Hannah snapped at Declan, “I didn’t get tangled in any predatory loans, and your financial assistance isn’t required.”
Gripping Declan’s arm reassuringly, Eliana soothed, “Miss Moore, let’s drop the pretense. Cash hiccups in business are as regular as rain in monsoons.”
She swiveled her head, directing her question to the officer.
“To whom does Miss Moore owe this sum? Perhaps we could lend a hand.”
The officer sifted through the paperwork, noting, “This lady’s debts are the outcome of her gamble escapade.”
Eliana’s hand flew to her mouth, eyes darting to Hannah in sheer disbelief as she subtly pulled at Declan’s attire, seeking some semblance of grounding.
“You never cease to amaze. So, after our paths diverged, gambling became your new hobby?”
Declan exhaled slowly, then turned his gaze to the officer, his voice steady yet laced with concern.
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“What’s the damage? I’ll cover the cost.”
The officer responded, “From the records here, the tally stands at a whopping 100 million.”
“100 million? You’re joking!”
Declan’s eyes bulged in shock, and as he swiveled to face Hannah, there was a hint of hysteria.
“How on earth did you rack up a debt of 100 million? What were you even betting on?”
With a smirk playing on her lips, Hannah met Declan’s gaze and chuckled, “You were so eager to foot the bill earlier. Time to put your money where your mouth is.”