Jonathan made it very clear that there were many influential people paying close attention to the matter. If they discovered someone stepping forward to take the blame, they would certainly not miss the opportunity.
By then, it might be the State Police who would be investigating the case, not the local police.
To make everything appear more realistic, they didn't leave immediately but instead went to the villa.
Lance had them make some... noises of working, while he himself sat on the sofa with the secretary.
The secretary appeared nervous, "I've done as you said, Mr. White."
He was reminding Lance that he was cooperative, begging not to be killed.
Nervously, Lance shook his head slightly, "I'm not going to kill you now, relax."
He paused, "Do you think I'm smart?"
The secretary sincerely said, "You're among the smartest people I've ever met."
