Chapter 1976 A Warning
Anthony was about to book the plane ticket when the phone rang. It was Lincoln calling to inform Anthony that there was an explosion at the orphanage.
Shocked to the core, Anthony quickly relayed the news to Layla, and she instantly drove over with him.
Fortunately, none of the children were injured. Only two of the staff members were wounded, and they had been sent to the hospital for treatment.
The local police had come and were investigating the incident.
Later, Layla received more and more calls, informing her that there were also incidents happening at other orphanages such as food poisoning and the intrusion of a psychiatric patient to harm the children. What was more outrageous was that there was a truck plowing into one of the orphanages.
Upon hearing the news, she was anxious like a cat on hot bricks. Immediately, Layla, Lincoln, and Anthony parted ways to check on the orphanages and deal with the subsequent matters.
Several hours later, the three of them exchanged information through a video call. So far, there were no child casualties. Although the staff members were wounded, their injuries were not life-threatening. Hence, they felt relieved despite the awful incidents.
Without a trace of uncertainty, Lincoln concluded, “This is an organized and premeditated disruption, aiming to threaten us. I think this is related to that lunatic.”
“But how did he know that these orphanages belong to Francesca as well as their addresses?” Layla queried hurriedly. “Francesca has been doing a good job keeping them under wraps. He only met us once back then. I don’t think he would know all of these.”
“Riz Corporation has infiltrated all corners of the world. They have a professional intelligence agency with the ability to surpass the FBI. Therefore, it’s not difficult for them to investigate a person.” Lincoln started to analyze the situation logically. “Luckily, Francesca heeds our advice and has not disclosed her identity and the information regarding the orphanages. It’s somewhat difficult for them to check, so there are only four orphanages in S Nation affected, and the others are fine for the time being.”
“So they’ve only gotten their hands on a part of Francesca’s information and there are still some they haven’t obtained?” Layla asked.
“Probably.” Lincoln nodded. “Besides, it’s possible that the other party issued a warning to distract us so that we won’t focus on intervening in Francesca’s matters.”
“This also serves as a warning to us.” Layla’s words were laced with solemnity. “There are no child casualties in the explosion this time, but if he is provoked, we might not be as lucky.”
“That’s right, so we can’t leave. The orphanages need our protection.” Lincoln had similar thoughts as well. “Besides, if we go to H City, we might not be of help.”
“What about Francesca then? Are we going to not care about her?” Anthony panicked.
“She has the Lindberg family protecting her now, so she is safe.” Lincoln was clear-headed. “Even if we go, we can’t do anything for her. Moreover, the orphanages are what she cares about the most. If she knows that we insist on meeting up with her while the orphanages are facing trouble, she will blame us.”
“But…”
“I’ll give her a call and ask for her opinion.”
Layla was ready to quit the video call to give Francesca a call when Lincoln stopped her.
“Wait,” he said. “Let’s not tell her about this first. Judging from her personality, I’m sure that she will give up on the surgery to rush back here if she knows about the incidents.”
“You’re right…” Layla was a bit uneasy. “What should we do then? She’s all alone, and I’m worried for her.”
“Call her tomorrow. You need to tell her not to leave the protection of the Lindberg family. As long as she stays put, she’ll be fine,” Lincoln reminded.
“I’ve told her about it today, but I’m still feeling unsettled.” Worry was written all over Layla’s face. “With the protection of the Lindberg family, that lunatic can’t get near to her. But what if the people of Riz Corporation help him?”
Riz Corporation was a top-notch assassin organization. The people from the Lindberg family might not be able to fend them off.
