Chapter 2000: Chapter 2214

The danger was too great; the gangsters were armed and ruthless.

He couldn’t bear to put Lucinda’s life in harm’s way.

Lucinda sighed softly.

“I understand your concern, but I need to unearth the truth about the milk powder incident swiftly.

I want to support you and ease your burden.

”

Nathan shook his head with determination.

If relying on his wife to take risks alone to crack the case was necessary, he might as well retire early from his position as chief of the National Security Bureau.

“Alright.

We’re a team.

Trust me.

I’m not one to falter easily,”

Lucinda insisted, clasping Nathan’s hand firmly.

Her confident demeanor was irresistible to Nathan.

She then quipped, “Mr.

Gomez kidnapped me, so he’s responsible for my safety.

Why don’t you keep his wife? If I’m harmed, you harm his wife.

Mr.

Gomez will then be compelled to ensure my safety.

”

Everett paled at the mention of such an exchange.

They were discussing swapping spouses to coerce him into protecting Lucinda.

It was too cruel.

Women were indeed formidable opponents.

Both Lucinda and his wife possessed an unyielding, ruthless spirit.

Everett dared not intervene.

With a smile, Lucinda turned to him.

“Mr.

Gomez, what do you make of this proposal?”

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“Mrs.

Payne, fear not.

I’ll do everything in my power to ensure your safety,” Everett promised solemnly.

With Everett’s assurance, Lucinda turned her gaze back to Nathan.

“See, Mr.

Gomez has pledged to safeguard me.

With his assurance, I’ll be fine.

Let me assist you with Colby’s case.

”

Nathan remained silent, his hesitance palpable.

But this time, he didn’t outright oppose it, indicating that he was swayed.

Lucinda persisted in her persuasion.

Leaning on Nathan’s arm, she rested her chin on his shoulder, her voice gentle.

“Don’t overthink it.

Colby is still undergoing treatment, and the case can’t afford any delays.

Just let me help.

”

Since Lucinda remained resolute and Nathan couldn’t sway her determination, he reluctantly relented.

However, he continued to emphasize the importance of her safety, urging her to take every precaution to protect herself.

If need be, she could risk exposure or even failure, but above all, she must remain unharmed.

With all arrangements made, Everett organized a spacious bedroom for Lucinda to stay in.

However, Nathan remained apprehensive for her safety.

He assigned five out of ten men from his team to disguise themselves as Everett’s bodyguards, tasked with safeguarding Lucinda within the premises.

As Nathan departed, Lucinda waved at him with a smile, watching him until he disappeared from view.

Nathan, wearing a somber expression, felt a pang of resentment.

They wouldn’t see each other for several days, yet Lucinda bid him farewell so casually.

He sulked.

“Mr.

Payne…”