Chapter 1506 Bait
After a long moment of silence, Charlotte let out a sigh. “Since even Danrique said so, then that man must be an impostor.”
“You mean you noticed that too, Ms. Lindberg?” Lupine was surprised.
Charlotte frowned and said, “The resemblance is uncanny. Even the way he moves and speaks is just like Zachary’s. But the man’s eyes—there’s something in his eyes that tells me he’s not Zachary.”
She continued, “I was a little conflicted at first, thinking I was being too skeptical until I saw the disgust on his face when Jamie’s snot dripped on him and how he had avoided having eye contact with Robbie. From then on, I knew something was wrong with that man.”
“So if he’s not Mr. Nacht… Who is he?” Lupine could not believe it. “How can someone look exactly like Mr. Nacht?”
“It’s strange indeed.” Gordon then asked, “Should I take him down and interrogate him?”
“Not now.” Charlotte shook her head. “To be safe, let’s make a confirmation first. Before the incident, Zachary had experienced a certain degree of memory loss. Someone could have taken the opportunity to manipulate him, so that may be why he’s behaving differently.”
“But…” Gordon did not know what to say. Charlotte’s hypothesis was not scientific by any means, but it was not totally impossible.
Moreover, the illness that had plagued Zachary before the incident was also an inexplicable one.
“I understand all the evidence shows that he’s suspicious, but I’m still hopeful. I hope that he’s Zachary. At least it means that he’s alive.” Charlotte was utterly conflicted.
“Then, please confirm his identity as soon as possible,” Gordon exhorted. “If that man is the Gold family’s puppet, you’ve put yourself on the line.”
“Gordon’s right.” Lupine could not help but shudder at that thought. “What if something happens to the kids?”
“How about I go back with some men now to keep an eye on him? With me around, I’m sure he wouldn’t dare to try anything funny,” Gordon suggested hurriedly.
“It’s fine.” Charlotte stopped him. “In fact, we have to lie low if he’s not Zachary. We can use him as bait to help us lure out the mastermind.”
“So you’re saying…” Gordon began to understand her plan.
Charlotte deduced, “I believe in Danrique’s judgment, but I also suspect that Jesse is not the only person involved in this plan. The Gold family doesn’t know much about the Nachts, Zachary, me, and the kids, but that man clearly knows a lot about us. If he’s not Zachary, he’s definitely more than just an impostor!”
“Could he be the one you suspected the last time?” Lupine asked.
“Let’s not draw a conclusion so soon.” Charlotte did not want to continue with the topic anymore. “Anyway, I’ll ascertain that man’s identity first. If he’s not Zachary, then we’ll use him to lure Jesse out.”
“Wouldn’t it be too risky?” Gordon was still concerned. “You’re playing with fire. You can get the kids and yourself burned.”
“We have to move the kids to another place.” Charlotte frowned. “Lupine, let’s make a trip to Garden Villa.”
“All right,” Lupine answered and immediately did as told.
“Gordon, get down at the front and keep watch over the hospital,” Charlotte ordered. “Those people know Ben and Ellie are the most important witnesses to the case. Once they recover, that man’s identity will be exposed. Hence, I’m worried that they will target Ben and Ellie.”
“Got it. I’ll take care of it.” Gordon nodded. “But what about the girls?”
“I’ll make the arrangements. Don’t worry.” Charlotte took out her phone and called Spencer. “There’s something I wish to discuss with you, Mr. Spencer. I’ll meet you in twenty minutes.”
“Sure. I’ll wait for you at the door,” Spencer replied.
