Chapter 87

"Well, despite all the clear evidence against you, your friend is adamant that you shot this man in self defense, so we have no choice but to let you off." The cop explained before removing the handcuffs and reattaching them to his belt. Everyone's head snapped in my direction as Tanner gawked in confusion. No one said another word until every paramedic and police officer was gone, taking the lifeless body with them. I released a deep sigh, all of my energy going with it as I leaned all of my bodyweight against Scar. "You know, I take back what I said." Tanner murmured with a boyish smile. "What the fuck are you on about?" Scar asked in a teasing, yet annoyed manner. "About settling down. Clearly it's worked for you. Forget what I said about jumping ship." He laughed. Scar joined him before pulling me tighter against his side and placing a quick peck to my forehead. "No worries. I've dictated myself as head captain already." He chuckl