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Colene took a deep breath, her voice hoarse from distress. “Nothing can happen to Nathan. Otherwise, the den of thieves he has been holding off would rebel. The Ivory Gang will fall apart if he’s gone!” Alyssa understood the gravity of the matter. The gang members were not interested in business politics; they would come with guns blazing if provoked.
The call was on speaker, so Jeremy heard everything Colene said. His gaze was fierce as he gently reassured her, “Fear not, Madam Colene. The Ivory Gang won’t descend into chaos. Landon has powerful allies. It would be their end if anyone dared to touch a strand of your father’s hair.”
“This is a family matter. I can’t possibly trouble Mr. Landon to help. Plus, he is finally enjoying life with Ms. Lauren. It would be rude of me to add such trouble to his plate.”
Colene’s voice was laced with pain as she continued, “When my father heard Nathan had been arrested, he collapsed. He’s currently hospitalized and still not out of the woods yet. Lyse, I need to be there for him and stabilize The Ivory Gang if necessary.
“I made a promise to Winston years ago that I would focus on being his wife and not meddle in The Ivory Gang’s business. I’m afraid that I have to break that promise now.”
Wesley’s bite had severely injured Jameson, requiring him to go to the hospital and get a dozen stitches in his ear.
He was a man who paid great attention to his appearance. Jameson had a handsome and delicate face. Unfortunately, he now had an ugly scar on his left ear, and it was wrapped awkwardly too.
This was the first time he had ever been so humiliated. With a fit of rage, he smashed everything in the VIP ward.
“Have you fed that traitor to the dogs yet?” Jameson stood amidst the chaos, panting and overwhelmed by hatred.
“Yes.” Carl felt guilty and respectfully added, “You can trust that I always do a good job.”
“Carl, do you think Amber has anything to do with this incident?” Jameson suddenly changed the topic, looking at him coldly.
Carl’s heart tightened, but he kept his face calm. “Mr. Schmidt, I know you’ve always been doubtful of Ms. Altman, and she has let you down before. I’ve looked into it, and this incident has nothing to do with her.”
Then, a phone rang.
Jameson gritted his teeth and saw “Nicholas Novak” on his screen. He steadied his breath and returned to his usual composed self, though a dark glint appeared in his eyes as he answered.
“Mr. Schmidt, it is done,” Nicholes’
voice sounded on the other end. It’s settled I’ve used my time off to follow Nathan and finally found my chance. Now, he has been arrested for suspected murder.”
Jameson adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses, a sinister smirk playing on his lips as he heard Nicholas’ confirmation. “Did you leave any traces?”
“As long as a crime is committed, there will always be traces. However, as long as there are no witnesses, there are no traces.” Nicholas smiled gently. “Do you not trust me, Mr. Schimdt? I’m a professional.” A crime committed by a seasoned criminal was terrifying. Even more so when the perpetrator was a veteran policeman with years of experience and professionalism in managing cases.
“Thank you for your hard work.” Jameson had temporarily forgotten the grievance his wound had brought him. He smiled deeply. “You’re so reliable, Chief Novak. Once I succeed, I assure you, you’ll be handsomely rewarded.”
“You’re too kind. I’m willing to do anything as long as it guarantees the success of the new drug’s development.” Nicholas sounded sincere.
“Of course. Believe me, there’s nothing I can’t achieve.”
After the call ended, Jameson stared at the black screen with a darkened expression. He silently scoffed.
“Unbelievable.” Carl’s eyes were filled with admiration. “A powerful police commissioner bowing to your will, willing to do your dirty work. You truly are a charismatic leader!”
“It’s not my charisma. It’s the allure of this new drug.” He looked at the cloudy weather outside the window, a complex expression on his face. “He’s not the only one. I’m also patiently waiting for the day to come.”
A flame of hope ignited in his heart as he recalled the times he had sent the data to Mosgravia. “I can feel it coming soon. It’s near…”
Then, he received another call.
It was Victor’s head secretary.
The look in Jameson’s eyes turned grim. He tugged on his tie and slowly answered, “What’s the matter?”
“Mr. Jameson, Mr. Victor wants you to meet him at the company this afternoon.”
“Does it have to be today?” Jameson’s frustration was palpable.
“It has to be today. This is Mr. Victor’s order.”
The secretary didn’t wait for him to respond before hanging up coldly.
“How dare he use his position to push you around! That’s rude!” Carl was furious, his fists clenched in anger.
“It’s alright. He’s all bark and no bite,” Jameson replied coldly, a dark glint flickering in his eyes. “Looks like my father has a special present prepared for me.”
Nathan was in trouble, so Marc, the leader of The Ivory Gang, spared no expense and hired the best attorney in the country to defend his godson, even though things were not in their favor. Despite their efforts, the media boldly reported the news, vilifying Nathan and painting him as an evil and murderous monster.
His tarnished reputation was one thing, but now it impacted The Ivory Gang significantly. Marc had spent years focusing on running legitimate businesses, and now all his hard work seemed to be in vain overnight.
After speaking with Nathan, the attorney looked worried when he met Jeremy and Alyssa.
“The autopsy indicates the victim died from severe blunt force trauma to the head, but Mr. Nathan maintains he never touched the head, only punching the victim’s face and kicking his stomach. He claims he wasn’t aggressive.
“However, the reality greatly contradicts Mr. Nathan’s statement.
Additionally the alley only has surveillance on one end and no witnesses. The evidence is heavily stacked against him, and the media portrayal is nothing short of brutal. Even a manslaughter charge could carry a harsh sentence, especially considering Mr. Nathan’s past.”
Alyssa’s face hardened. “Did Mr. Nathan say why he beat the man?”
“His underlings were selling drugs. Mr. Nathan said you would understand if I mentioned drugs.”
Drugs again the root of all evil! Solana City would be in utter chaos if they didn’t eliminate the root cause.
“Drugs had pervasively infiltrated The Ivory Gang. If Nathan goes down, no one can stabilize the situation. Eventually, the drug will take control over The Ivory Gang.”
Jeremy’s eyes were as dark as ink. “I suspect the person who targeted Nathan wants to take over The Ivory Gang and gain a foothold of Ivory Group. Nathan’s existence was a roadblock, so they framed him using such malicious methods.”
Alyssa gasped, her breath catching. “If that’s the case, Mr. Marc is in danger! With Uncle Nathan arrested, Mr. Marc is left with Colene. The Ivory Gang’s a mess. Colene had no choice but to show up and stabilize the situation.”
“I would advise against Madam
Colene stepping in to help,” Jeremy said, his voice deep. “Anyone stepping n becomes a target. I tasked Xavier to look into the senior members of The Ivory Gang two days ago, and none of them turned out to be kind.
“Madam Colene may be Mr. Marc’s daughter, but she has cut ties with The Ivory Gang a long time ago. She knows nothing about them. If she were to step in and help, it would only end badly for her.” “Who would even think of doing that to Colene?” Alyssa’s eyes widened with a fierce intensity. “Colene’s got the KS Group and the Taylors behind her. Let them try laying a finger on her! I’ll tear them limb from limb!”
The attorney was dumbfounded and trembled at Alyssa’s outburst. He hadn’t expected the elegant daughter of a rich man to have the spirit of a street fighter.
Jeremy gently pulled her into his arms, love softening his gaze. “Lyse, I know your loved one is involved in this, so it’s hard to remain calm. But think about it.
“With The Ivory Gang trending on public forums, Madam Colene showing up now would be a disaster. Malicious forces could use the online frenzy to their advantage and target the Taylors.
Alyssa bit her lip, her eyes blazing with determination. “We’re a family. We have to go through this together, no matter how hard it is. We can’t stand aside and do nothing!”
“Have you considered Madam
Colene’s feelings?” Jeremy asked, stroking her hair. “Why did she cut ties with her father to follow Winston? She was worried that The Ivory Gang would negatively affect the Taylors. If the Taylors are affected, guilt and pain will follow S her for the rest of her life.”
Alyssa, feeling uncertain, was interrupted by a knock on the door, and Sean entered.
“Ms. Alyssa, I’ve got the information you requested,” Sean said, casting a quick glance at the attorney.
The attorney understood and stood up instantly. “Mr. Walsh, Ms. Alyssa, since Mr. Marc appointed me, I will do my absolute best for Mr. Nathan’s case. I’ll have to take my leave now; my apologies.” Sean sent off the attorney while Alyssa and Jeremy quickly flipped through the documents.
Alyssa said, “This is the information that I asked Sean to investigate and gather on Nicholas.”
Jeremy arched his eyebrows in surprise. “Lyse, we’re thinking the same thing. I was thinking after investigating The Ivory Gang, I’d continue the investigation on this Novak guy. You’re so smart.” After he finished, he couldn’t help but peck her lips. It wasn’t enough for him, so he kissed her again.
“Hah! How could I follow in your footsteps if I weren’t smart enough?”
Alyssa pouted with some arrogance, then nuzzled against Jeremy’s cheek. “This is a difficult battle, so I can’t let you handle everything. I want to shoulder as much of the burden as I can.” Instantly, Jeremy’s eyes became watery as he felt a rush of emotions.
He would rather his lover be innocent and live a leisurely life. It would be enough for him to pamper and indulge her.
Alyssa was driven by righteousness and would strive to bring justice. He felt guilty about not being able to provide a peaceful life for her.
Alyssa studied the documents and suddenly squinted her eyes. “Mrs. Novak has Alzheimer’s?”
Sean nodded solemnly. “Yes. After I got to know this, I secretly paid a visit to her nursing home and I even found out more information.
“The caretakers at the nursing home say that Chief Novak and his wife have a very strong relationship. Although she was ill for many years and couldn’t even take care of herself, he remained steadfast and loyal. No matter how dirty or tiring it can be to take care of her, he will do it himself. They are moved by his love, yet they also feel pity for the couple.”
This piece of information was a surprise to Jeremy and Alyssa.
Nicholas was a man of great stature, and his looks were stunning. As a man in his 40s, he was in the prime of his life and had great potential. Publicly and privately, he had countless women throwing themselves at him, wanting to raise their status by gaining the revered title of being the chief’s wife.
