The Wolf of Los Angeles

Chapter 65: Finding the Breakthrough

Chapter 65: Finding the Breakthrough

Santa Monica Mountains, Palisades Community

Hawk adjusted the lens of his camera, snapping a series of photos of the luxurious mansion across the street.

The white house, partially hidden by trees and high black walls, was designed to ward off prying eyes.

A patrol car drove by in the distance.

Hawk lowered the camera and said to Edward, “Let’s head back.”

Edward accelerated, steering the car forward. “Miller Collins definitely has something to hide. Renting a place like this while owning another house? He’s up to no good.”

Hawk agreed. He knew from experience: keeping a secondary residence often signaled covert activities.

As they navigated through mild traffic, a bucket lift repairing a streetlamp caught their attention. Workers in reflective vests moved about in the elevated platform.

Hawk casually snapped a couple of photos.

Edward glanced at the lift and joked, “Boss, if we’d had that last time, you wouldn’t have had to climb the pole yourself.”

Hawk put the camera away. “No problem. Next time, you can climb it.”

Edward laughed nervously, then flattered, “You must have serious skills to pull it off so easily. Bet you’ve done it countless times, huh? Probably got calluses from it!”

Hawk smirked, owning the moment. “Only lucky women will find out.”

Back at the Studio

Eric arrived with a backpack shortly after Hawk and Edward returned.

Edward unpacked piles of newspapers and magazines onto the table, while Hawk organized the day’s photos and videos into folders.

The three got to work, each sorting through materials they believed to be valuable.

By evening, Hawk turned on the lights, signaling a pause. Edward brought back takeout, and the group ate quickly before diving into another meeting.

Hawk opened the session, organizing his notes. “Let’s review the background re

Hawk shook his head. “Possibly, but less likely. My research shows that when major scandals break, sponsors are usually the first to cut ties.”