Realization dawned on Sanford.
âSo, heâs an enemy to both you and Brian?â
A flicker of worry crossed Rosalynnâs face, as she pondered the dangers Brian might face under Leonâs control.
âHugh, you mentioned these two gangs are at odds, looking to overpower each other.
Could we possibly leverage this rivalry to our advantage, maybe by getting Arthur to help us?â Sanford proposed.
Hugh contemplated the suggestion.
âUsing one force against the other is a viable strategy, but Arthur is tough to negotiate with.
He wonât assist us without seeing some benefit for himself.
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âWe should at least attempt to talk to him,â Sanford suggested.
Hugh nodded in agreement.
âAlright, Iâll reach out to his contacts and see if heâs open to a meeting.
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âGood.
â Sanford then offered reassurance upon noticing Rosalynnâs unease.
âDonât worry too much, Rosalynn.
Brian has always been fortunate.
He will be fine.
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Rosalynn managed a small smile and nodded in agreement.
Then, a thought struck her.
âSince Leon has a criminal record, can we get the police involved?â
âYes, Iâll inform Barlow about this right away,â Sanford replied, nodding.
He glanced at Hugh, who was on a phone call in the corner.
âIf Hugh can get Arthur on our side, and with police support, weâll stand a better chance of rescuing Brian.
â
Rosalynn nodded, pleased they were on the same wavelength.
Sanford quickly messaged Barlow in the group chat to update him on the situation.
Barlow sent a response, indicating that he understood the plan.
Shortly after, Sanford received a call from the local police who were gearing up to assist them.
He moved to a quiet corner to speak with them.
Meanwhile, Rosalynn sat quietly, lost in her thoughts, until Hugh finished his call and approached.
âWe have a meeting arranged at a warehouse at Arthurâs dock for eight tomorrow morning,â Hugh reported.
Rosalynnâs eyes lit up.
âDid he agree to help us?â
Hugh cautioned, âArthur is quite the strategist.
Heâs open to considering it, but heâll definitely want to know whatâs in it for him.
â
âAs Long as he aids in rescuing my husband, Iâm prepared to meet his demands,â
Rosalynn declared firmly.
She was willing to sacrifice all her wealth as long as Brian remained safe.