Easton

To him, who had known true danger and the hardest work, there was no such thing as a sense of entitlement. Far from it in fact.

Arriving at the Four Kings Empire, he parked his car in the opposite parking lot. Entering the Four Kings Empire, he was impressed. He knew how the company was founded, and how there were once five main people, only for one of them to be cast out. He had no idea the reasoning for it, just that it had happened.

The building was alive with activity. It was an incredible atmosphere to be part of.

He went straight to the reception desk and offered the sweet redhead a smile. She had this forced smile on her lips as if she’d rather be anywhere else but working.

“How may I help you?” she asked.

“I’m here to speak with Easton Long.”

“Do you have an appointment?”

“No. He’ll want to see me.”

“I’m sure he would, sir, but I’m afraid unless you have an appointment. No one sees one of the Kings unless they have authorized it.”

“Penny, do you have any idea who you’re talking to?”

Liam turned to see a man with dark hair and blue eyes. Karson Cross. When Scarlett had told him who Junior’s father was, and who he was associated with, he’d made it his business to find out everything.

This man was the main soldier of the group. He was more than happy to do the dirty work. The man had ink on his neck, that was hinted at just beneath the collar, and he had an air of danger around him.

“This is none other than Liam Knight. He’s the stepfather to Easton’s son. Believe me, Easton will want to see him.”

Liam kept his smile in place. “What he said, darlin’.”

“I’m so sorry. I had no idea.” Penny’s face had gone a shade of red.

“We offer a value of services here. I’ve heard one too many complaints. With how you’ve just treated this man, I’m not impressed. Consider this your final warning. One more complaint, or rude behavior and you’re done,” Karson said. “Would you like to follow me?”

Liam met Karson’s strides with his own, walking toward the elevator. No one dared to get on while Karson was inside.

“You’re the bully.”

“I’m not the bully. I’m the guy that has to do what he has to do. No bullying involved. I apologize for her rude behavior.”

“It is a continued problem?” Liam asked.

“None of your concern, I’ll handle it.”

“My expertise is anyone who is rude in the workplace, is not working in the best environment. There are other factors, of course, and it could just mean the woman is not a very nice person overall.”

“Penny’s a fucking bitch and a slut. She’s been trying to fuck her way to the top, and hoped to get one of us to put a ring on her finger. None of us are biting. She specifically wanted Axton, but we don’t fuck our employees,” Karson said.

“Apart from Taylor, as I recall. Axton has married her and has a kid. Congratulations.”

“Your assessments and observations are not needed or required.”

“You’re like a little robot, aren’t you?” Liam asked.

Karson glared at him. “Are you here to hurt Easton?”

“No. I want to have a little chat with him. Man to man.”

“Easton’s been through a lot. If you intend to take his child away from him…”

Liam found it incredibly cute when Karson stood tall, trying to intimidate him. To anyone else, they would be cowering in a corner. Karson was not a nice guy. Not even by a little bit.

Liam was powerful for a reason. He could handle himself.

Liam stood up and stared at Karson. He stopped smiling and dropped his carefree act.

“I will do what I see as fit for my son. Easton has only just found out about Junior. Do not think to threaten or intimidate me. Believe me, I don’t get scared easily. My advice, if you’ve got a woman intent on being with one of you, it’s a sexual harassment suit waiting to happen. Make sure others are aware of her intention or it could end badly for all of you.”

The elevator opened, and Liam stepped off.

All it took him was a few seconds to see where Easton’s office was.

Leaving Karson behind, he made his way straight to Easton’s office. He was alone, bent over his desk, reading something.

He knocked on the door, and Easton looked up. He had really sexy, brown eyes.

“Can I come in?” he asked.

“Liam, what are you doing here?”

“I thought it was time we had a chat.”

“I didn’t do anything wrong last night, did I?”

He chuckled. “No. I nearly didn’t come here. One of your receptionists stated how important you all are.”

Easton sighed. “Penny.”

“Yes. Karson put her in her place.”

“I’m sure he did. She’s been a problem. I bet you’re looking around the place thinking about what you’d change.” Easton stood up, walking around the desk. “Please, sit. Do you want some coffee?”