Twenty remained in his study long after Rose had returned to her room, going through the information Victor had managed to gather about Richard.He had expected the man to have a criminal record or perhaps a history of violent behaviour, but the first report Victor brought him contained something far more interesting.Richard was not an ordinary man.According to the information gathered so far, he had worked with several private companies over the years, although none of his employment records seemed to provide a clear explanation of what he actually did. He had also been associated with a few individuals who were known for organizing private events for wealthy clients.Twenty leaned back in his chair and examined the photographs Victor had placed on the desk.“Where did you get these?” he asked.“From one of our contacts, Young Master. He recognized Richard from a gathering that took place several months ago.”“What kind of gathering?”“A private event. Only invited guests were allo

Twenty remained silent for several seconds after ending the call, his eyes fixed on the phone in his hand. The caller had not simply threatened him; he had revealed something that changed the situation entirely. Someone knew Rose was staying at his villa, which meant the information had either come from someone watching the house or from someone close enough to know what was happening inside it.Neither possibility pleased him.“Victor,” he said, turning towards the man beside him, “I want the security team alerted immediately. Nobody enters or leaves that villa without being properly identified. Check every camera around the property, including the ones covering the neighbouring streets.”Victor nodded. “I’ll contact them now.”“And find out who made that call. I want the number traced, but don’t let anyone know we’re investigating it.”“Understood.”Twenty slipped the phone into his pocket and looked through the car window. The streets continued moving around them as though nothing

Twenty stared at the photograph on his phone for another few seconds before putting it down.The man standing beside Daniel was not someone he had expected to see connected to the auction investigation. More importantly, he was the same person Sarah had recently approached for help. Until now, Twenty had treated the situation involving his son and the investigation into Rose’s abduction as two separate problems, but the photograph suggested there might be a connection between the people involved.He wasn’t going to jump to conclusions, however.“Victor, how did this photograph get to us?”“It came from an unknown number. The sender hasn’t identified himself, but the photograph appears to have been taken recently.”“Can you trace the number?”“We’re working on it.”Twenty handed him the phone.“Find out where this picture was taken and when. I also want to know how Daniel knows this man. Don’t contact either of them yet.”Victor studied the photograph.“Do you know the second man perso

Twenty stood beside his desk, looking at the photograph of Michelle while Victor made arrangements to locate Rose’s former home.The discovery of the envelope had changed things. Until now, most of their information had come from witnesses, old records and Rose’s memories, but Michelle had apparently kept something important enough to hide from the people around her.Whatever was inside that envelope could explain why she disappeared and why the people connected to the auction were still searching for her.“Sir, I’ve located the address,” Victor announced as he returned to the study.Twenty turned towards him.“Where is it?”“It’s in a residential area outside the city. The property is still registered under Rose’s aunt’s name, although we haven’t confirmed whether anyone is currently living there.”“When can we go?”“We can leave immediately.”Twenty picked up his car keys.“Let’s go.”Victor hesitated.“Should I arrange additional security?”“Yes. I don’t want us walking into a situ

Twenty stared at the photograph on his phone.Mrs. Williams was sitting on a chair in what appeared to be an unfinished room. Her hands were tied behind her back, and there was a bruise near her forehead. Although she looked frightened, her eyes were open.She was alive.That was the only thing Twenty needed to know before deciding his next move.“Victor, send the photograph to our technical team. I want them to examine the background and identify where it was taken.”Victor immediately took out his phone.“What about the message?”“Trace the number, but don’t make any calls to it. Whoever sent this wants us to respond.”“Do you think it’s a trap?”“Of course it’s a trap.”Twenty put his phone away.“But that doesn’t mean we leave her there.”Victor nodded. “Our men are already approaching the unfinished building where Daniel was seen. We should have an update shortly.”“Tell them not to enter until they’ve assessed the situation. I don’t want anyone rushing in and giving those men a