“It’s almost as if he doesn’t trust my family!” Annika said in an accusing tone.
“I trust our family, Doc, but I don’t trust the justice system! I’ve been f****d over it by it once already, and it was one time too many!”
“Leon, my family owns half the justice system in this state. I guarantee you that they don’t have a case against Anni. Trust me if you can’t trust anyone else,” Hunter said firmly, placing his hands on Leon’s shoulders, assuring him. Leon let out a deep breath while grumbling but nodded nonetheless.
“Cool. So, if we’re all good here, I need to shower so I can get ready to head to the clinic,” Kenzie told the room, then faced Annika. “Need a ride?”
“Sure.”
“If it will make you feel better, I’ll call Matt and get the 4-1-1 on everything that’s going on,” Hunter offered
