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
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
Driver
Sir, we are here.
Max
Max
(Nodding, tucking the pen and a note into his pocket) Thanks.
The driver gets out and opens the door for Max.
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
Max
Hi Ms. Mary. Where are my parents?
Ms. Mary
Ms. Mary
Hello, sir. They are at a conference meeting.
Max
Max
Okay. (Heading towards his room)
Max enters his room, a mischievous grin spreading across his face.
Max
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
Unknown
Hello?
Max
Max
Come to my residence right now. I have something I want you to check.
Unknown
Unknown
Pardon?
Max
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
Max
What's the matter?
Security Personnel
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
Max
I haven't turned it on. What's going on outside?
Security Personnel
Security Personnel
There's a shady guy outside claiming to be your guest. His name is Nicolaus Borra.
Max
Max
He's my guest. Let him in my room.
Security Personnel
Security Personnel
Pardon? In your room, sir?
Max
Max
Yes.
Security Personnel
Security Personnel
But...
Max
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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