John Phoenix was lying in a hospital bed at Lendez Hospital. He had been attacked by Arsene Lupin but his injuries were not life-threatening. He insisted he was alright, but Storm Sente insisted he go anyway. John Phoenix eventually agreed, but only because his intuition told him it would be best in the long run.
"Your friend John Phoenix will recover shortly," said the nurse Katie. "Doctor Lendez will take good care of him."
"The forensic pathologist?" said Richard.
"No, the owner of this establishment. You know? "Lendez" Hospital?" said Katie.
"That's good," said Storm. He was relieved he was in good hands. He and Richard then went into the ward.
"Hi, John Phoenix, feeling better?" said Richard.
"No. I am not feeling better. I am feeling healthy as always," said John Phoenix, and he ate a vitamin tablet.
"Okay, John Phoenix, get well soon!" Richard beamed.
"I am curious though, who was that man?" said John Phoenix. "And also, what was that thing he threw at you?"
"Oh yeah, that," said Richard looked at the object the man threw. "It's a card. It says "I have what I came for! - A.L., June 10""
John Phoenix's face darkened.
"A.L.? Why, that could only refer to the gentleman thief, Arsene Lupin!"