Hollywood Zenith

[ Perspective Change]

On the day Clark had the meeting with his boss, another gathering was happening inside the Rothschild training area.

" It was within what I expected. The Director of the NCA was connected to these people, we can expect him to inform the others." Jane said.

She had excluded giving the information from the report she sent to Clark.

" I see. Did we find out who is behind all this?" Samuel asked.

" No, we found out about the some accomplices but they are lower on the food chain. But we are in a pinch, Clark is also standing at a dilemma. I don't think he will make a move."

" Hmm, But exposing ourselves now will not be efficient." Samuel was lost in thought. With some more time, they could have made a breakthrough with enough evidence, but they needed more.

" Sir, If I may." Steve, who was listening, wanted to say something.

" Go ahead."

" If we use the your family's resources we could round them up in few days. I think it is best if you ask for their help."

" I know but we are not sure how the people will react. Even we could took out all the 'trash', public will still blame us for using excessive force."

" But I believe they are competent enough to not leave any trace."

" We can, but it doesn't mean we should. They never harmed us in any way; the government can use them to suppress our family. I am sure some people are trying to do that.

Even they are ants; with enough numbers, they could overwhelm an elephant." Samuel preached,

" Boss is right. Even if we take care of the small fries right now, I am sure others like them will sprout up like weeds. We need to cut the head of the snake." Jane said, supporting Samuel's decision.

Steve, who coined the idea, was disappointed, but Samuel's next word gave him hope.

" But, I think you are right about informing the others. They might have some different solution."

" See, I was right." Steve said while facing Jane.

" Half right."

" Settle down you two. It still amazes me why you can't get along." Chin said.

" Oh, I want to ask you Jane, was Clark able to figure out our identity?" Samuel asked.

" No, I planned everything. No matter how much he investigates, it will not trace back to us."

" Good. I think I will meet with my family. We have much to discuss." Samuel left them. Jane was doing an impeccable job managing everything.

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" You know this is the second time you are doing something reckless." Mother was quite angry this time.

Samuel couldn't say he didn't expect it, but it went out of hand fast. Like his incident with the Hanson family, it felt like he was bound to end up in this type of situation.

" Mother, this time it was unexpected. You have to believe me." Samuel tried to justify it.

" I agree with you on that, but what about the team that you formed to work on this 'mission'. That seems like a well-thought plan to me." Robert said he appeared to be neither angry nor happy.

" That's right. You even asked David's help. That kid didn't even have the decency to tell us." Margaret said.

" I just couldn't left it alone. He was Hannah's friend and I made a promise to resolve his worries."

" Don't gang up on the child! I think he handled it perfectly. He even came here personally to ask for help, don't you think it is an improvement?" Patricia said. She was not the type to be concerned about such things but seeing Samuel in a tight corner, she decided to help him.

" You are right. Last time, he had to become engaged compared to it this seems mild." Margaret agreed. Some of their anger subsided, but it was not over.

" Putting aside is indiscretions, what should we do about it?" Robert asked.

" Well, he was right to conceal his involvement. Even if we expose them using our family name, people would question out motive." Kenneth said.

" Right, I am sure vultures will be ready to paint us in bad light especially 'them'."

" Them?" Samuel needed help understanding what they were talking about.

" Don't worry about it now. It is not late for you to grow up first before knowing about it." Samuel felt that his father didn't want to talk about it.

" I know. Doesn't there someone powerful we could ask who would definitely keep it a secret?" Patricia exclaimed.

" What? Sister, Do you know someone like that?" Kenneth said.

" We all know people like that, but it's about secrecy. Can this person be trusted?" Robert said. It took a lot of work to keep a low profile when you are considered this strong.

" Margaret, why don't you ask your sister? If it is her, even if they found the source nobody can say anything about it. Even if they don't rule the country anymore, they have a duty to protect the citizens."

" That's right! I always forgot about her. She is also proficient with dealing with sich matters." Margaret said.

" Huh, You should not forget about your family. Well, I guess I am in the same boat." Samuel thought.

" I will contact her right away. I am sure she would be elated to hear from you."

" I don't think she would feel the same. I barely contacted her last year, but It is the safest way." Samuel thought.

" Alright."

" But you said that it was urgent. I have to check with the head butler, she often mentions that she is busy."

" Don't worry. I could meet her at her work place or anywhere as soon as possible. If she could spare few minutes it will be enough."

" Bring something for her. I remember that she is quite fond of teas, it will make things easier."

" Wait, Can't you just sent her the information." Laura said. There was no reason for them to meet.

" Well, she would often mention Sami, she also dissatisfied that he hasn't visited her at all after the ceremony." Margaret explained.

" It's fine mother. Beside, It is I who want to ask for help which is better if we do it face-to-face."

It was decided Margaret would set the time and place after confirming it with the palace. Surprisingly, the Queen decided to meet Samuel the very next day, but the location was a bit special.