Chapter 89 - Surprise Phone Call

Suit?

Checked.

Black tie?

Checked.

Evidence?

Checked.

Doc.u.ments?

In the briefcase.

Alibi?

On standby.

Wilmer looked in the mirror one last time. Alex did say that his navy blue blazer made him look exceptionally handsome so Wilmer decided to go for a powerful blue suit today. It was the final war after all and Collins had better prepare his ammo against the onslaught of evidence stacked against him in Wilmer's hands. The CEO wasn't feeling merciful and it was time to collect his dues.

The entire journey to the office was a silent moment for Wilmer to think through about Danny's words. Elfie did his personal investigation and he had to make a decision. As of now, they had a fifty percent chance of winning the battle with Anastasia. However, if they failed, there would be no doubting that the businessman-mafia-boss would come for them with the intention to kill. Not even Claire would be able to guarantee the safety of everyone in the household.

The file in his briefcase felt heavier than it should. They managed to gain some information about Anastasia's meddling with Cody's funds account and some traces about their dealings. With Cody's reputation as a corporate rat, there would be nobody who would employ him ever again. Larissa would also be ruined, knowing Cody's character. If played right, the man would run back to his employer and give them the much needed final nail in the coffin to pin everything on Anastasia and put him behind bars for good.

The phone rang and Wilmer jumped a little. He checked the caller ID and saw that it was an unknown number. The CEO hesitated. In the end, he still received it out of courtesy.

"Wilmer speaking."

"Good day Mr Wilde, I assume that the information has proved useful?" a young voice greeted.

Wilmer blinked. The boy had a strong arabic accent and the CEO had an inkling he knew who this was. Hearing about the young hacker from Danny wasn't quite the same as having the pleasure of conversing with the boy himself.

"Hello, Elfie. It is nice to finally hear from you. Are you doing well?"

The hacker wasn't surprised that Wilmer knew who he was. The CEO was a smart man and Danny was his close friend. Elife had been spying on the three new classmates and thought that they were incredible for risking their lives in a literal manner to obtain evidence. He secretly wanted to meet them but it wasn't the right time to reveal himself with things so uncertain about his investigations. The police did say that he was to take refuge in a different country and were deciding to move him from America.

"I'm doing good, Mr Wilde. I just thought that I would let you know something more interesting that could help you with your decision making. If you want more incriminating evidence about Anastasia's operations you should wait until after the Olympics."

Wilmer was interested. "Why the Olympics?"

Elife grinned at the other end of the phone in a dark room. "Have you checked the sponsor list?"

The CEO paused. A smirk came to his face and suddenly, he knew what to do. "Thank you, Elfie. Would you like to have some tea with us? I assume you would be coming to school for the coming mid-year examinations right?"

Elife hummed. "I don't know... they're thinking of which country I should be sent to but it's not set in stone. I would love to meet Scarlet, Alex and Jasper but I think it's going to be impossible for now. We're working on a trap at the moment and I've made some people very angry."

Wilmer chuckled. Danny was right about this kid. He was a good influence. In fact, the counsellor didn't think any of those children in the special class were snobbish. It was strange how the talented didn't behave snobbishly unlike those who were born into wealth. Most of these child geniuses had humble beginnings. The founder of Joyville International was a person who believed in nurturing talent and took them in to help them flourish. Unfortunately, his children had to meet the class due to their different levels of success and busyness.

"I could make a suggestion to Danny about having you over with us if you'd like. We have some spare rooms and I'm sure my children would be glad to have friends over."

Elfie thought about it. As someone without parents who was taken in by Danny, the boy craved for some a regular life even if it might be a far-fetched dream. He was tinkering with computers ever since he was introduced to them and Danny who discovered his talent taught him what he knew. Elfie soon surpassed the informant and to repay his guardian, started helping him out with his jobs. Danny had no choice but to hand Elfie over to the government and Interpol for the boy's personal protection. Although Elfie didn't dislike the jobs he was getting, it was lonely not being able to hang out with friends. He would see the other children in his class but only briefly because they were all experiencing the same kind of busyness and loneliness he did. Well, maybe the Lopez sisters were slightly better because they had each other to talk to.

"That sounds fantastic," he admitted and Wilmer assured him that he will do his best to make arrangements.

"Also, I'd like to thank you for helping us."

Elfie squirmed in his seat, not sued to receiving thanks. Usually the a.d.u.l.ts would tell him to keep up the good work when he found some dirt on their targets but nothing more. The warmth in Mr Wilde's voice made Elfie envy the three children he spied on. No wonder they seemed different from the rest of his classmates. They were raised in an environment that promoted love. This was what true family was and the boy found himself wanting to hold onto the CEO's promise. Suddenly, he wanted nothing more than to fly to Singapore and this time, it wasn't because of his guardian although seeing Danny again was nice.