When Charlie landed back in New York, Hogan's plane soared over the ocean. Meanwhile, under Hank's watchful eye, Steve Rothschild remained under surveillance. The Rothschild clan's men feverishly combed through the Cole family manor from midnight till early morning, yet their efforts yielded nothing.
Howard, now determined, abandoned his prior caution. Formerly reluctant to make overt moves within the Cole family, he sensed that the coveted Four Treasures of the Study might have vanished. The urgency to gather leads grew palpable. He ceased idling and instructed Hank to intensify the search. Simultaneously, another team equipped with extensive geological gear embarked on a mission to the site.
Multiple heavy-duty trucks rumbled into the Cole Manor, deploying an array of equipment for a grand subterranean investigation. This technology could scan underground anthills with precision. If there was anything clandestine here, a hidden passage would undoubtedly be uncovered.
However, it was still the Cole family's estate. Despite Peter's transgression, the Rothschilds openly invading and excavating the grounds felt like striking oil in their backyard. Such news couldn't stay concealed, reaching various media outlets not under Rothschild control, sparking uproar and allegations of illegality.
The public outcry was deafening.
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