Chapter 23

Wilbur said slowly, "Yes, speaking. What's the matter?"

"Head up north to Copperhead Factory. There's something I need your help with," Faye said.

Wilbur frowned. He immediately understood that something had happened to Faye. "Got it. I'll be right there. I'll take care of it."

At the same time, over at house number one.

Benjamin ordered the personal chef to prepare a hearty meal. He then said to his son, "Invite Wilbur over. I'd like to have a drink with him tonight."

Gordon nodded and headed out toward Wilbur's house.

At the factory, Faye hung up the call and let out a deep sigh.

She could tell that Wilbur knew something had happened to her. That was because she had never addressed Wilbur by his full name in regular conversations before. Moreover, Wilbur's response was clear that he wanted her to let him handle it.

She just hoped that Wilbur understood how dire the situation was and made sufficient preparation instead of coming alone.

Just then, Lightning Hank glanc