“…Are you saying that Maddox’s actions simply coincided with your return? As in, he kidnapped Lindsay to lure you back—and finally deal with you—, not knowing that you were planning to return anyway…?” said Lucian as he tapped on his desk.

“It’s certainly a possibility,” replied Gerald.

“Indeed… Regardless, I’ve already told my friend to keep an eye out on Maddox. With that said, he’ll definitely notify me the second Maddox does anything weird. With any luck, we’ll soon get the opportunity to tail Maddox and hopefully be able to save Lindsay. So, what do you think, Gerald? Any better suggestions?” asked Lucian.

“Not at all. I’m fine with that plan,” replied Gerald with a nod, knowing that going with Lucian’s plan was probably their best bet of saving Lindsay, at least for the moment.

The second his sentence ended, one of Lucian’s servants entered the room—with a dripping umbrella in hand—before saying, “There are a few people claiming to be Gerald’s friends at the door, master.