The unexpected call exasperated Jay.

He had toiled relentlessly for decades and used his money to build an underground intelligence network.

Yet now, he was using it to help James run errands without even seeing a single penny.

“I’ll update you tomorrow,” Jay replied reluctantly.

“Tomorrow’s too late. I’ll give you half a day,” James demanded coldly.

Jay grimaced and contemplated for a moment. Investigating a company’s employees would not be difficult. It was not too hard to complete it in half a day.

“I’ll do my best to give you a result by tonight.

“James, it costs money if I’m to inquire about information. Every piece of information is bought with money…”

“Are you asking me for money?”

“Throw me a bone, won’t you? It’s starting to be hard for me to maintain operations.”

“Fine. Put it on my tab for now and will settle it at a later date.” James hung up the phone.

Scarlett waited until James hung up the phone. Then, she asked, “What do we do now, James?”

James tented his h