After Reborn, I Become a Billionaire
Chapter 682 Coming Storm (4)

Chapter 682 Coming Storm (4)

"You mean Oscar might be lying?" Rowan frowned.

"I mean we need more proof. We can't just simply take in whatever he said." Said Mathew cautiously.

Rowan nodded to agree, "So how are you gonna have it verified?"

"That could be pretty easy. We just need to send some men to sneak into the Balderston's Manor to see if Melvin has Hannah grounded. If it appears just like what he said, at least most of his confession could be credible."

Rowan nodded again.

"As for the rest that may seem suspicious, it won't really matter. All we need is to take advantage of Oscar. So the only thing we are gonna make sure of is that we can take him under control so that he can't pose any threat against us. Other than Oscar, there is actually something else rousing my worry." Said Mathew with a worried look on his face.

"What is it about?"

"If what Oscar had said is true, it indicates a fact that the Balderston has been conspiring against us. If we are still held back by scruples, it will do no good but harm to us. I suggest we take advantage of Oscar to instigate a war against the Balderston before they could gather up an alert. It's the best moment to crash them when they are still with their guard down."

"Do you believe that time is now?" Rowan still hesitated. At least for all these years, the Collins and the Balderston had been living in peace. If they were to declare war, every single one of them would have to expect a fierce storm coming over.

"Even if we choose to remain unmoved, I don't think the Balderston will make the same choice. What if they happen to seize the initiative?"

"You're right!" Rowan finally made up his mind. He had been expecting this moment a long time ago. Never would Rowan replace himself satisfied with the current situation that the political power in Northfield had been long dominated by both the Collins and the Balderston. Now it was time for him to seize the chance to make his family mount on top.

"Time to take action to verify Oscar's confession right now." Said Mathew seriously.

"I will have my spy inside the Balderston be noticed." Rowan nodded.

"If it turns out that what he said is true, at least he's credible currently. And then we can take action." Mathew sneered.

Oscar was wearing a sulky expression on his way back.

He had expected that now the Collins would have their insiders verify his words. After they made sure what he said was true, they would then start a war against the Balderston before they got prepared. After all, the Balderstons' conspiracy seemed to be settled. Meanwhile, Oscar would take advantage of this war to benefit himself the most.

Now everything was going on as he expected. However, before that, never did he expect to get Hannah involved.

After some consideration, he dialled Melvin's number, "Mr Balderston."

"What's the matter?"

"How is my wife?"

"She's safe and sound with nice sleep and a good appetite." Answer Melvin easily.

"Mr Balderston, please take good care of her." Oscar seriously pleaded.

"Well, it depends on you." Said Melvin coldly.

"I will set a trap for the Collins. But Mr Balderston, it will require your aid to make it completed."

"Oscar, you do live up to my expectation."

"Mr Balderston, please be sure to stick to your promise."

"Just rest assured. Hannah's safety is guaranteed as long as you stay loyal to me." Replied Melvin casually.

"Thank you, sir."

As soon as Melvin hung up the phone, his fake smile faded away. In his point of view, the more capable Oscar appeared, the more threatening he would be to him. It was only a matter of time before Melvin made up his mind to kill Oscar. As for Hannah, everything was still pending.

The next morning, Oscar got a call from Rowan, who ask for a talk face to face in Collins's Manor. Obviously, they had basically settled down the plan.

"I have been considering it since you left last night. I can tell how worried you are ever after your wife was kidnapped." Said Rowan to him.

"Mr Collins, thanks for your kindness."

"After discussing with Mathew overnight, we decide to trust you for your loyalty that you took the initiative to confess to us. For those who stick to loyalty, we never fail them." Undoubtedly, Rowan had told his spy to verify Oscar's confession, after which he got the answer and made up his mind to believe him.

"But Oscar, you gotta know that we are also facing an embarrassing situation. We can't just figure out a ridiculous excuse to rescue your wife from the Balderston. Before we get any certain proof, we can't abuse our power. What was more, we haven't figured out yet if Hannah has been truly grounded or if she was invited as a guest. Because of that, we still fail to convince the rest of my family." "Mr Collins, I truly understand what's bothering you."

"It isn't a tough mission to rescue your wife. As long as we can impute a certain kind of crime to the Balderston, it will be much easier for us to crash them. The most important point is that I gotta convince the whole family so that we could unite together."

"I got a suggestion." Said Oscar.

Soon, Rowan seemed a bit thrilled. Then he turned to look at Mathew. That was exactly what they expected-they were going to take advantage of Oscar to instigate a war.

"I heard that it will be the birthday of your youngest daughter next Friday. Mr Collins, I suggest you invite the Balderstons here."

"You want me to assassinate Melvin amid the banquet? Yes, I said it's an easy one to kill him, but I meant that we need a proper reason. Now you suggest I kill him during the banquet held by the Collins? Are you gonna tarnish my reputation?"

"Mr Collins, I didn't mean that. I have considered your reputation. I mean we can fabricate a show during the banquet."

"A show?"

"Firstly, no one should be harmed during the banquet. If anything goes wrong, you are still the very first one to be responsible even though it might have nothing to do with that. However, what if you appear to be the victim yourself? If so, do you still believe that people would shift the blame on you?" asked Oscar.

Rowan was surprised by his flexible mind.

"I mean we can make someone disguise as a killer to assassinate you during the banquet. Then we will impute it to Melvin. With that happening, it allows us a reason to have him arrested in public." Suggested Oscar.

Rowan seemed to be convinced. However, before he made any comments, Mathew suddenly uttered, "You mean my father is likely to be injured? If my father stays safe and sound after that, it won't be enough to convince the public."

Rowan couldn't help frowning. Though it sounded like a perfect plan, it would be too risky for him.

"Don't worry. I promise Mr Collins won't be hurt. When the killer shows up, I will stand in front of Mr Collins to take the bullet for him!"