Chapter 164

"Is the Layton family behind this assassination attempt?" Zachary narrowed his eyes, his gaze sharp. He looked like the boss of a gang.

Spencer had just gotten his dressing changed. His lips were pale, and his deep voice was even hoarser than usual. "Maybe."

Maybe? Zachary, Ethan, and Lucas were a little surprised. What was that supposed to mean?

"We found the guy, but nothing actually points to him being the mastermind. Everyone and anyone that we can link anything to are only scapegoats," Spencer explained.

Ethan snickered. "Not bad. This fellow's pretty good at hiding."

Then, Zachary said, "Wait, you shouldn't have gotten injured with your skills."

He rubbed his jaw. "Unless… you allowed it to happen. The accident from before didn't work out, so you're using this as a way to lure him out?"

Spencer didn't say anything this time, but that was enough of an answer.

"Then, you had Mack and the others inform your family about this—you told them to report that you were seriously in