As A Trash Collector, I Collected A Imperial Jade Seal - Chapter 680
Chapter 680: Hidden Agenda
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
The moment Ailan raised the question, George immediately became alert. He looked at Ailan with considerable suspicion on his face.
“What’s the reason for asking this? Rest assured, they are in a very safe place right now, impossible for anyone to discover.”
As expected, George still couldn’t fully trust Ailan. He certainly didn’t consider Ailan as his partner; in his eyes, Ailan was merely a tool.
“Take the next couple of days to recover. If anyone from the company inquires, I’ll cover for you.”
George was about to leave, but as he reached the doorway, he suddenly stopped. He turned his head back toward Ailan and asked again:
“Are you certain that Luo Feng hasn’t suspected anything? Is there a possibility he might consult with Charlie?”
Faced with George’s inquiry, Ailan did not conceal anything.
“How could I be certain about his actions? And considering the one who got lost is Charlie’s own daughter, he’s bound to consult with Charlie.”
Hearing this, George felt relieved. If Ailan could be so objective about these issues, then it indicated that Ailan was probably trustworthy.
“I see. Take care and recover well; I’ll be going now.”
George left, but the moment he stepped out of Ailan’s house, he immediately sensed that someone unfamiliar was trailing him.
“It seems Charlie has kept a card up his sleeve.”
George smirked disdainfully. In his view, Charlie must have begun to suspect Ailan, hence the surveillance.
But George didn’t care; he had already prepared a perfect excuse before coming here.
After all, George was Ailan’s immediate superior; it was reasonable for him to visit Ailan to discuss work matters.
Finally, George maintained an unfazed demeanor, even proactively greeting Charlie when he returned to the company.
Had Charlie not been certain that George was the one behind all this, he might have been fooled by George’s convincing act.
“Mr. George, the boss wishes to see you in his office. It seems there’s an urgent matter that requires your attention.”
Just as George settled into his office, Charlie’s secretary approached him.
Faced with the summons from Charlie, George remained calm.
“Alright, you may go. I have two files to finish, and then I’ll head over immediately.”
George spoke, but the secretary showed no signs of leaving.
“Mr. George, the boss said you should go immediately. Not a moment to waste.”
Those words finally made George cautious.
After a few seconds of silence, George smiled and nodded graciously. “Fine, I understand. I’ll go with you right away.”
George then put aside all his work and followed the secretary to Charlie.
Charlie seemed to be engrossed in some paperwork. He didn’t even look up when George arrived.
“Boss, is there something urgent you wish to discuss?
George inquired. Only then did Charlie finally lift his gaze, casting a sidelong glance at George.
“Alice has been kidnapped. Are you aware of this?”
Charlie’s blunt question momentarily bewildered George. But being a man of experience, George quickly regained his composure.
“How could such a thing happen? In Atlanta of all places, someone dares to kidnap the young lady? They’re practically asking for death!”
George feigned righteous indignation. But Charlie didn’t expose him.
“Yes, I thought everyone in Atlanta would have understood by now not to mess with me. But it seems someone still dares to target my daughter.”
Charlie’s words seemed probing, and how could George not perceive it?
“Boss, it sounds like you already have a suspect in mind?”
“Indeed. And the suspect I’m considering is you.”
Charlie was forthright about his suspicions, catching George completely off guard. He couldn’t fathom what Charlie was planning.
“How is that possible? Boss, I’ve been loyally working for you for years. How could I commit such a heinous act? Someone must be framing me. Please let me investigate this matter. I’ll leave no stone unturned and will certainly rescue the young lady!”
George was indignant. Yet, Charlie’s expression remained unchanging.
“Very well. If you want to take responsibility for this, I’ll let you. But you’ll have to make some kind of pledge. After all, I’m still suspecting you.”
Hearing this, George’s face turned grim.
As expected, Charlie had some tricks up his sleeve. With just a few words, he had closed off all of George’s escape routes..
