Chapter 307: Five Fools
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Bruce Jones and his men were clearly overwhelmed with emotions. ‘We never thought that Diane Taylor would be related to Arthur Jensen! If the latter comes into the picture, things will become much more complicated.’
“You released Diane Taylor?” It seemed incredulous to Finn Taylor. ‘Didn’t they kidnap Diane? Why would they release her?’
“Yes, Ms. Taylor was very kind. We kidnapped her in a moment of folly, so we released her.”
Finn Taylor didn’t believe a single word. “You released her? Do you think I’ll believe you?”
Bruce Jones was on the brink of tears even though he didn’t know whom he was talking to. ‘However, him sitting here alone is enough to prove his status. But it is true—we’ve let her go.’
“I’m not lying to you. We were already intent on starting life afresh after this time. After Ms. Taylor told us a story, we decided to let her go.”
“She told you a story? I think you’re making a story up. Have you ever heard of captives telling their captors stories?”
Bruce Jones quickly waved his hands. “No, I think you’re mistaken. We might be kidnappers, but we’re different from the rest. We would never harm our captives, and we always treat them to delicious meals and buy them drinks. We’ve never done anything bad toward them.”
‘Er…’ Finn Taylor hesitated. He had been observing their expressions, and it really didn’t seem like they were lying. ‘Could they really be telling the truth? If that’s the case, I might be able to take them in. They might be useful.’
“Alright then. Why don’t you tell us the story Diane Taylor told you?”
“Fine, I’ll repeat it here.” Bruce Jones then retold the story Diane Taylor had told him earlier. “Ms. Taylor said that she has a brother named Finn Taylor. He’s a matrilocal son-in-law, and everyone says that he’s a piece of trash. But in reality, he’s a hero!”
While Finn Taylor’s heart bloomed with joy, he maintained a poker face.
Arthur Jensen felt awkward and wanted to stop them, but Finn Taylor stopped him instead. To be honest, the latter was now certain that the men had indeed released Diane Taylor.
They were fortunate to have released the young girl before Finn Taylor got to them—this had saved their lives. Otherwise, the only way out for them was death.
Once Bruce Jones finished his story, Finn Taylor asked, “What a nice story. Do you know Finn Taylor?”
Bruce Jones shook his head. “No, but I want to get to know him.”
“You want to get to know him?”
“Yes, we’ve gone through trials and tribulations, but this story gave us a lot of motivation and touched our hearts. If possible, we’d like to follow him. I just wonder if he would accept us with our backgrounds.”
Finn Taylor chuckled. “Haven’t you heard that everyone has their own talents? Why do you put yourself down? I know Finn Taylor, and I can introduce you to him. However…”
Finn Taylor left his words hanging, and the five men were anxious. “Sir, please tell us what you want. As long as we can do it, we’ll do our best to fulfill your request!”
Finn Taylor smiled and said, “Get me a cake. I want one from the bakery along Nile Street. Remember to run there!”
‘Run there?’ The men were dumbfounded. ‘It would take at least an hour to reach Nile Street. A return trip would take two hours—almost equivalent to a marathon. Is he not trying to put us in the spot?’
But they saw Finn Taylor’s resolute expression. ‘He’s not kidding? Is he being serious?’
The five men glanced at each other before eventually nodding. They then headed out to get the cake that the man had asked for.
Only after they left did Arthur Jensen ask anxiously, “Mr. Taylor, how could you let them go just like that? What if they don’t return?”
“Then, they simply would’ve missed out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
Finn Taylor’s words left him in deep contemplation.
Actually, he was no different from Bruce Jones—they were all trying to get on Finn Taylor’s good side in hopes of getting an opportunity to improve their lives. The only difference was that he knew Finn Taylor while they didn’t.
Thinking about what his daughter had done to Lindsey Taylor, he had done the same and apologized to Finn Taylor in this manner too.
Just then, the four guardians walked in. “Why did you let them go?”
None of them had received any instructions to catch them. As such, they rushed into the room, puzzled. ‘What is going on?’
“They aren’t truly bad guys. They released Diane Taylor.”
“They released her?” Even the four guardians were stunned when they heard that. They clearly hadn’t expected that.
“That can’t be. Didn’t they kidnap her? Why would they let her go? Were they lying to you?”
“Let’s call Lindsey Taylor. We’ll find out if that was just a lie then.”
Before Finn Taylor could make the call, Lindsey Taylor had already called him.
When they all saw the name of the caller, they were dumbfounded. ‘Did they really release her?’
Finn Taylor picked up the call and put it on speaker mode.
‘Mr. Taylor…”
“Hold on; let me guess. Is Diane back?”
Lindsey Taylor was shocked. “Mr. Taylor, you’re amazing. How did you know?”
“We’re at the Jensen family’s residence. Come on over.”
“Alright.”
They then ended the call.
“Let’s take a break. It’ll probably take those five men two hours to come back, and it’ll probably take the two girls even longer.”
‘What does he mean?’
“Although Diane has been released, she was held captive for a few days after all. I’m sure she would want to take a nice shower, put on some makeup, and dress up before coming. Don’t think that we’ll be able to see her right away.”
Everyone looked at Finn Taylor in awe. ‘He managed to pick up on these details too! I guess there’s a reason he’s the boss.’
“Oh right, Arthur. You’ve treated Lindsey Taylor well, so it looks like I should reward you.” Finn Taylor suddenly changed the topic.
Arthur Jensen stood up immediately.. “No, it’s only right for me to do that.”