The Lost Son's Cipher The Lost Son's Cipher: Max's Shadowy Guest

The Lost Son's Cipher: Max's Shadowy Guest

The car pulls up to the imposing gates of the mansion. Max, seated in the back, stares at a space pen in his hand.

Max

(Muttering to himself) No matter how I look at it, this is a space pen. How could this be in Martin's belongings?

Driver

Sir, we are here.

Max

(Nodding, tucking the pen and a note into his pocket) Thanks.

The driver gets out and opens the door for Max.

Max

(Stepping out) Thanks.

The guards at the gate greet Max and allow him entry. Max strides towards the front door, his mind racing.

Max

Hi Ms. Mary. Where are my parents?

Ms. Mary

Hello, sir. They are at a conference meeting.

Max

Okay. (Heading towards his room)

Max enters his room, a mischievous grin spreading across his face.

Max

(To himself) Lucky Mom and Dad aren't here. I think I can play a little. (Pulls out his phone and dials a number)

Unknown

Hello?

Max

Come to my residence right now. I have something I want you to check.

Unknown

Pardon?

Max

No questions, just come here. I have something that can help you solve your case. I'll send you the location.

The call ends. Thirty minutes later, a knock sounds on Max's door.

Max

What's the matter?

Security Personnel

I'm sorry, sir. I've been trying to reach you via radio, but there seems to be a problem. I came here personally.

Max

I haven't turned it on. What's going on outside?

Security Personnel

There's a shady guy outside claiming to be your guest. His name is Nicolaus Borra.

Max

He's my guest. Let him in my room.

Security Personnel

Pardon? In your room, sir?

Max

Yes.

Security Personnel

But...

Max

(Firmly)He's trusted by Father.

The security personnel left and let the guest in.

Who do you think is Nicolaus Borra, and what secrets does he hold that would make Max trust him with such sensitive information?

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