"Hi, beautiful, long time no see." Luke walked over with a smile, seeing her applying sunscreen on her legs, he chuckled, "Need any help?"

Orty looked up and laughed, "You're just in time, help me apply some on my back."

Gazing at her smooth and graceful back, how could Luke refuse?

He took the sunscreen and evenly spread it on Orty's shoulders, back, and lower back, drawing envious glances from many men and women.

He understood the looks from the men, but what were the women about?

Luke finished applying the sunscreen, handed it to Orty by his side, and lay down on the lounge chair on the other side. He was a bit tired after playing at Gulan Ranch all morning.

"When did you arrive in Hawaii?"

"This afternoon, an hour before I called you."

"Why not talk about it over the phone and come all the way here?" Luke questioned.

"Don't be silly, I couldn't get you over the phone. You're worth the trip.

Besides, the deadline isn't until tomorrow.

I can still enjoy a day of Hawaii's scenery, even if you decline, it's not like this trip would be wasted."

Luke laughed, "I like your attitude.

Who hired you to find me? What's the job I'm being asked to return to Los Angeles for?"

Orty blinked her big eyes playfully, "Seems like this assignment piqued your interest."

"They found the right spokesperson."

"Thank you for your acknowledgment." Orty smiled and continued,

"The client is named Bruce Redman. His daughter was kidnapped on the night of March 11th, and the kidnappers demanded 5,000 ounces of gold, roughly equivalent to ten million US dollars."

Luke confirmed, "The kidnappers want gold, not US dollars."

"That's right, it's quite unusual."

"Exchanging that amount of gold is a big task, the client will be busy."

Orty sighed, "More importantly, the client doesn't trust the suspect. He believes that even if the gold is delivered, his daughter might be killed, so he's hired Pinkerton Detective Agency to persuade you to participate in the investigation and rescue his daughter.

That's also why I'm here."

Luke questioned, "Los Angeles has nearly ten thousand officers, the Robbery and Murder Department has four squads, there's even the FBI. Why do they need me specifically?"

Orty sat up facing Luke, the full curve of her chest was quite eye-catching, "I asked him that too, two reasons.

First, your reputation precedes you, having cracked many major cases, including the deputy mayor's daughter's kidnapping case, it was you who saved her daughter.

Secondly, your current case-solving rate is a hundred percent, they think you are the most likely to rescue the hostage."

Luke said, "I suddenly feel a lot of pressure.

Moreover, many times my case-solving relies on luck, even if I take on the investigation, I can't guarantee solving it, let alone rescuing his daughter."

"I told him that, but he still hopes you can participate in the investigation.

He feels you're the most suitable candidate, and hiring you would fulfill his responsibility as a father.

Even if the outcome isn't good, at least he wouldn't have regrets."

Seeing Luke waver, Orty continued, "I know you're on vacation, asking you to leave your family to investigate is rather demanding.

So, I applied for a subsidy from Pinkerton Detective Agency to compensate for your loss.

As long as you're willing to return to Los Angeles to join the investigation, this subsidy will be yours."

Luke stared at Orty, though she wore little, there was still some cover. Considering the upcoming sensitive topics, Luke used a Detection Card to ensure there was no surveillance equipment before continuing,

"What if the case can't be cracked?"

"The Detective Agency's assignment is merely to persuade you to return to Los Angeles and participate in the kidnapping investigation. As for the case's development, it's not within the assignment's scope.

As long as I bring you back to Los Angeles by tomorrow night, the assignment is completed.

The subsidy is unconnected to the assignment itself; it's because you are a consultant for Pinkerton Detective Agency.

Oh, right, I forgot to say, the subsidy amount is eight hundred thousand US dollars."

The so-called subsidy is essentially a disguised commission for Luke to investigate the case. However, since the client expressly sought out Luke, Pinkerton Detective Agency only charged a twenty percent fee.

This fee is quite reasonable, Luke also needs a similar platform, without Pinkerton's connection, even if Bruce Redman wanted to enlist Luke's help, there would be no avenue, and Luke, being an active officer, couldn't directly accept a payoff.

Pinkerton acts as an intermediary platform, helping Luke build another network where his fame can be monetized.

As Luke's fame grows, this external platform becomes increasingly valuable.

Luke thought for a moment, "Forget the subsidy.

I recently opened a detective agency called Lee Detective Agency. I hope to engage in business through Lee Detective Agency in connection with Pinkerton Detective Agency in the future.

I propose you can use the eight hundred thousand US dollars for services from Lee Detective Agency, such as business consultation, security service, or outsourcing. There's bound to be something you need."

Orty smiled, "How about security services?"

"Sure, but only for you personally."

"Wow, I didn't know I was worth so much, how long is the validity period?"

"Ten days."

"I'll report to my superiors, see if they're willing to pay for this pricey security fee. But, at least I'm in agreement here." Orty changed the subject,

"So, you're willing to return to Los Angeles with me and participate in investigating the kidnapping case."

"I'm moved by your sincerity, but I still need to discuss it with my family."

"You're right, family understanding is important."

Though they haven't finalized it, they've covered most of the discussion.

Orty's sincerity is hard for Luke to refuse.

Luke agrees to return to Los Angeles for the investigation, partly because of the money, but not entirely.

Money not only represents interest but also an attitude.

It's like adopting a dog, if you can't continue raising it and want to find a new owner, it's better to sell it than just give it away.

The easier something is to get, the less it's cherished.

Luke asked, "Which hotel are you staying in?"

Orty smiled, "Has the security service started even before signing?"

Luke also smiled, just as he was about to say something, his phone rang, "Ring, ring, ring..."

Luke took out his phone and glanced at the screen, "What's up?"

The voice of a chubby kid came through the phone, "Bro, our hotel room got robbed, cash and documents were stolen."

Luke frowned slightly, "When did it happen?"

"I don't know, we just got back to the hotel."

"Were all three rooms robbed or just ours?"

"Our room and grandpa's room were robbed, mom's room didn't lose anything. I'm so frustrated, I don't feel like playing anymore."

"Did you call the police?"

"Yeah, grandpa already notified the hotel, they said they'd call the police. I guess they're almost here."

"Got it, I'll head back to the hotel now." Luke hung up the phone, looking contemplative.

He didn't hide the call from Orty.

Orty guessed something happened, she asked with concern, "What's wrong?"

"The hotel room where my family and I are staying was robbed; documents and cash were stolen."

Orty raised an eyebrow, "What a coincidence?"

Luke shook his head, "Hawaii's security isn't great. I don't know if it's just a coincidence.

I'm heading back to the hotel now, I'll call you."

Orty stood up, her chest shook, "I'll go with you, maybe I can help."

Luke looked at the beauty before him, her sensual bikini couldn't cover her perfect figure, "Better change into something else."

Orty "..."

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