Chapter 447

Wilbur frowned and asked, "Didn't you call the police?"

"We did." Xavi shook his head and continued, "They ran when the police arrived. The police then told us they'd investigate the whole ordeal before leaving."

Skyler chuckled and said, "This place may be run-down, but the corruption runs deep."

"What do you mean?" asked Wilbur.

Skyler chuckled and answered, "Isn't it obvious? The local police are in cahoots with these thugs. My guess is that the initial fifty million dollars has already been used up."

Wilbur said nonchalantly, "There's no one out there who can scam me of my money."

"I believe that, but what are we going to do about this?" asked Skyler while rubbing his hands together.

Wilbur pondered for a moment. He then said slowly, "We'll head into town tomorrow to talk to the person in charge. After that, we'll decide based on how they react. Also, regarding the people who attacked you, have you found out who they are?"

"We asked around, but everyone avoided the subject