Chapter 145

Esther was the first to rush out. As soon as she reached the backyard, she spotted a figure attempting to climb onto the roof while surrounded by several bodyguards.

This thief was agile, easily evading the guards as he leaped around.

Just as he was about to reach the rooftop, Esther's commanding voice cut through the air, freezing the thief in his tracks.

"Archibald, stop right there!"

Esther strode forward, grabbing the thief by the collar as the others followed, finally getting a good look at the intruder.

It was a frail old man with a wrinkled face and a sheepish grin.

"Hehehe, Dr. Wiles, what a surprise to see you here!"

The old man chuckled, greeting everyone with a wave.

Archibald Stevens, though outwardly calm, felt regretful.

He should not have taken this job in the first place!

However, he had to take the risk for his granddaughter, Bernadette Stevens, who was sick.

Rustin was astonished to find Archibald and confronted him angrily, "You're Archibald Stevens, the K