It was a beautiful morning on the 16th of May When Frank and Joe Hardy were doing some ring shopping for their proposal for their girlfriends Vanessa Bender and Nancy Drew.

“You think Nancy will like this one?” Frank asked his brother as he pointed to a 14-karat gold diamond ring as he leaned towards the glass case.

“I think she’d love it” Joe replied just as he to was about to show Frank the ring he picked.

“So that’s the ring you will give Vanessa?” Frank asked as he glanced over at the 14-karot gold ring with 4 small diamonds on it.

“Yep it’s a beauty don’t you agree?”

“Yep.” Frank replied pleasantly.

A few minutes later they happened to bump in to Biff whom happened to enter the jewelry store they were in.

“Biff? We haven’t seen you for four years since we graduated High School. Where have you been lately?” Joe asked Biff.

“Well you know? I’ve been around.” Biff said as he showed a faint blush.

“Wait I know that expression something is going on. Come on what are you hiding?” Frank asked Biff as he slapped Biffs arm friendly with a slight chuckle.

“Ok I’ll tell you two years ago I found out that me and Callie have a few things in common so I asked her out on a date she excepted and then we started to have a kind of well bond. Then we went out on more dates and well you know I’m going to propose to her.” Biff said.

“Wow!” Frank said surprised that Biff was dating his ex-girlfriend.

“When are you proposing?” Frank asked Biff.

“Next week. You?”

“The day after tomorrow.” Both Hardys replied

The brothers had purchased their rings that were about $3,000 dollars. They decided to stay since Biff was having some trouble picking a ring.

Biff had shown them the rings he wanted to chose there was one really nice ring that caught Franks eye it was a 14-karrot gold with a large emerald in the center with two diamonds on either side.

“Biff how about that one it really matches Callie’s eyes don’t you think?” Frank asked Biff.

“Wow it does Frank that’s a good one for $5,000 I’ll take it.” He said happily.

“Hey guys I was thinking of taking Callie to the French restaurant down on the pier for a date and proposing to her there what do you think?” Biff asked.

“Biff?… That was exactly what we had in mind. Why don’t we have a triple date and propose there?” Frank announced.

“Deal I’ll call for reservations.” Biff said s he and the other two men exited the store.

“Biff we were also going to rent a limo for the date want to join?” Joe asked.

“Good idea.” Biff replied as the three entered the food court to have lunch and discuss their plans.

“So Biff we were thinking that we’d do our proposal down by the beach what about you?” Joe asked

“Well I was thinking at the fountain at the center of the pier.” Biff said.

“Ok so Biff your doing reservations and we’ll do the limo.” Frank had left to order some fries and burgers.”

When Frank returned they started to eat and left afterwards.

“…Ok so Biff we’ll meet our dates at their houses the chuffer will start to pick us up one by one.”

“Ok got it.” Biff replied as he finished his meal.

They had now gone to buy some flowers for their big night.

All three had chosen lush red roses. After a few minutes they had left.

The brothers arrived home to find their mother making a lovely pot roast.

“So boys how did it go?” Mrs. Laura Hardy asked.

“Good we also found out that Biff will be proposing to Callie. We decided to have a triple date.” Joe said.

“Really?” their father said as he entered the kitchen. He had just come out of his study in which he was busy organizing.

Frank couldn’t help but think that someone or something was watching them.

It was now the big night the men were dressed in tuxedos with their flowers in their arms. The women were dressed in their dresses that looked similar to the prom dresses and had their hair up.

The limo had now picked up all three dates and headed to the pier.

“Nancy, that looks dashing on you” Frank told his date.

“Why thank you Frank.” Nancy said.

They had all entered the restaurant. They were escorted to an outdoor table with candle sticks and the beautiful sound of a violin sound be heard.

“How romantic.” Vanessa complimented.

“Why thank you.” Joe replied.

“So which one of you planned all this.” Callie asked

“Well it was my idea to go to this restaurant, Joe’s for the limo and Biff’s to have a triple date.”

It was now 10 minutes to midnight the brothers escorted their dates to the beach while Biff and Callie went to the fountain.

The brothers were slow dancing with their dates when it became midnight.

Frank had gotten down on one knee and so did Joe and they got out their rings the girls smiled and glanced at each other. Frank was the first to start.

“Nancy drew, I’ve known you as a friend and partner for so long know its time. Nancy Drew, will you marry me?”

“Yes” She happily replied as she hugged him tightly.

Know it was Joe’s turn.

“Vanessa Bender I’ve had my eyes on you since we met and I want to share my happiness with you. Will you marry me?”

“Yes.” Joy had now filled the men’s hearts.

Biff had also decided to also do so.

“Callie Shaw I have known you as a friend for years but have never felt so close. Callie Shaw will you marry me?”

“I do.” She replied.

Biff put her in his arms and carried her back to the beach were they would meet with the others.

When they all met at the beach they started talking.

“So that’s why you all decided on the triple date? “ Callie asked.

“Yep.” All three men replied.

“Biff this is such a nice ring.” Callie complimented.

“Thanks I got some help from Frank and Joe.”

“How about we all meet next week on Wednesday at our place to decide on weeding plans?” Frank and Joe asked.

“Sure.” They replied

“So how did it go?” Mr. Fenton Hardy asked when the two returned home.

“Great.” The two replied.

The next morning they received a call from Chet Morton who the boys haven’t seen for a few months.

Joe told Frank that he has seen something very suspicious the other night. The two boys ate breakfast and met Chet at the farm.

“What is it Chet?” Joe asked as he slammed the car door closed.

“Well you remember the car bomb a few years ago when you know what happened. Well…when I passed by her old room I saw something that may have to do something with the clinic.” He reached in to his pocket and got out a business card.

Joe grabbed it out of Chet’s hand. “Frank do you know what this means Iola can still be alive!”

“Joe you’re over reacting so what we found their card who cares.”

“Actually Frank Joe’s right I checked I used to keep fingerprints of our family when we were kids and I had the collection…and when I checked the fingerprints and they did belong to her.”

“Wow that was a waist of time.” Joe said.

“Wait Chet since when do you have a detective kit?” Frank asked.

“My dad got it for me when I was five.”

“Wow Chet do you have a hair analyzer in there?” Joe asked jokingly.

“In fact I do and the hair did not belong to her it was fake. Pure plastic.” Chet said.

“Chet are you getting somewhere. The clinic was destroyed years ago.”

“Wow Chet all those years of helping us did pay off.” Joe joked.

“But the question is where is she?” Chet said

“Ok so should we tell this to our family and fiancés or what.” Frank asked.

“Not yet Frank and I’m sure Iola will understand when everything is sorted out.” Chet said.

Frank’s phone started to ring he got it out and got a message from Biff. He had informed Frank that Callie felt she was being watched and so did everyone else.

“Ok something is definitely wrong. Someone is obviously watching us”. Frank said as he but the phone back.

“Or everywhere is bugged.” Joe suggested.

“Ok change of plans lets report this to the police.” Chet said.

Little did they know that something would happen when they lest expected.

They later decided to warn the others and keep a close eye.

“Hello Chief Collig.” Frank said as he, Joe and Chet walked into his office.

“What can I help you with?” Collig asked.

“Chet here thinks that you know who is still alive.” Frank said.

“He found numerous items in Iola’s room that just couldn’t be.”

“Boys this happened years ago this is impossible.” The Chief said.

Chet had handed him everything that he showed the brothers.

“Oh my god you boys must be on to something. Say Chet since when do you have a detective kit?” Collig asked.

“Since I was five.” Chet said.

They as planed met on Wednesday. The ladies had some brochures of where they can have the wedding.

“Well first off me and Joe were thinking of a double wedding.” Frank announced to everyone.

“Well that’s ok me and Biff want to have a regular wedding anyway.” Callie said.

Vanessa and Nancy showed Frank and Joe some choices that they should see.

The boys decided to visit the places the following day. What the brother’s really admired was the grand ballroom, which could act as the reception area.

Biff and Callie really wanted to have theirs at the beach, which would be very romantic indeed.

That evening they decided to plan the day of the wedding and who will come.

“Well we all want to have our weddings in July and August right?” Joe asked.

“Right.” the others replied.

“And Callie you want to be Nancy’s maid of honor is that correct?” Joe asked.

“Yes.” Callie replied.

“And Tony wants to be my best man.” Frank said and “Chet wants to be Joes.” He continued.

“Ok and I understand that both Nancy and Vanessa will be Callie’s maid of honor. And Phil said he’d pitch in.” Frank said.

Soon there was a knock on the door and it was Chet, Phil and Tony.

“Hey guys watch ya doin here?” Biff asked.

“Thought we’d pitch in since we are part of the wedding.” Chet said. “Oh and Joe I got a letter from her it said she was kept captive by the remaining members of the clinic and that was not her in the bombing it was a clone she said she’d be stopping by. She ran off to North Carolina where she thought she would be safe and she is.”

A few minutes later there was another knock at the door it was the thought dead Iola Morton.

“Wow Chet you were right she is alive and well.”

“Yep I managed to shoot the people that kept me prisoner.” She said as she stepped in to the Hardy home.

“Joe who’s this?” Vanessa asked.”

“Oh well… Vanessa she was my ex-girlfriend. She or should I say her clone was killed in a car bomb meant for me and Frank now it appears not.”

“So Joe I assume that she is your fiancé?” Iola asked.

“Yep.” Joe said.

Callie was now convinced and hugged her with all her might.

“I don’t assume there is room for a maid of honor is there?” Iowa asked.

“Actually there is for Callie and Biff I’m getting married to Nancy.” Frank said.

Laura had come home from work when she nearly fainted to see Iola Morton. Chet has explained everything to her.

Soon word was out about her return.

Once again there was another knock at the door this time they didn’t open it because about 45 news reporters and journalist wanted to get the inside scoop about the return of Iola Morton.

“Ok anyone know how to get out of this?” Iola asked.”

“The black van is on the driveway like the reporters, hmm I know Vanessa your dark brown hair almost looks like Iola’s, Iola give me your jacket and a pair of sun glasses it will make them think you’re her. Iola we’ll pick you up when we get to the back route just get ready at the back door.” Laura said.

Soon they were in the black van unfortunately the reporters followed. They sped up and lost them at the fork in the road in which they got to the back route. They picked up Iola and went off.

“Wait why exactly are we still running?” Iowa asked.

“Because someone still might be after you.” Mrs. Hardy said.

Vanessa had now taken off the jacket and sunglasses and handed them back to Iowa.

“Ok where to now?” Joe asked.

“Police headquarters.” Laura replied.

They had now reached the police headquarters and quickly entered.

“Wow, so it is true Iola Morton is alive.” Sam Riley said as Chief Collig came out of his office.

“Ok so she’s alive why are you here?” Collig asked.

“Someone’s watching us and we think Iola’s in danger again.” Frank said.

“Ok how about I send some police to secure the area and keep reporters out of the way.” Collig suggested.

“That would be fine.” Joe said.

They had now returned to the Hardy home. Everyone decided to stay there for the next few weeks so they can plan the weddings and help out.

That morning everyone got dressed for the planning of the wedding. There wasn’t a reporter in sight.

For the fist part of the day Callie and Biff went off in search of a good place at the beach for the reception and marriage ceremony. While the brothers and their fiancés went in search of a good reception hall and made reservations.

Later that evening they went to do some ring shopping all three to be weds got identical rings.

The next day they went in search of wedding invitations and other needs. Frank, Joe and their fiancés got 4 packs of 100 invitations with two bells and a pink ribbon on top. Biff and Callie got the same amount with a picture of a bride and groom.

Soon they went off in search of wedding flowers all the couples chose tropical flowers.

Frank once again sensed someone was watching their every move. “Guys do you think we are being watched?” Frank asked everyone.

“Ya.” They all replied.

They had all returned to the Hardy household and showed the others the place they had chosen.

Biff had also borrowed the brothers van to pick up 5 boxes of numerous colored lanterns that he ordered for his wedding.

The brothers decided to have their wedding on the 30th of June and Biff and Callie’s on the 12th of August.

A week later they had decided that the ring barer should be the brothers 2nd cousins son Tim who was 7. And the flower girl would be the brothers’ 15-year-old cousin Annette.

Callie and Biff decided to have Biffss 12 year old niece Kathryn would be the flower girl and Callies 6 year old 2nd cousin Pete would be the ring barer.

It was now the day of the wedding Frank and the others were getting the reception hall and church ready Iola pitched in by bringing the wedding cake with was a lovely traditional cake with frosted flowers for decoration.

“Ok Frank I think we better pick up our tuxedos the ladies already went to get their dresses.” Joe said as he got the reception area ready.

The men went in the van and drove off to get their tuxedos.

“Nancy that looks dashing on you.” Vanessa said as she looked over Nancy’s strapless white dress with a long veil.

“Thank you Vanessa I can say the same thing about you.” Nancy replied as she looked at Vanessa’s silk strapless dress with gloves.

Callie was now wearing a beautiful pink silk thin strap dress. In which she looked extraordinary.

Both parties arrived at the church about two hours before the wedding. The guests had now started to slowly arrive. Iola started to get the limos ready and do the last minutes touch ups.

“Wait Chet did you tell anyone else about Iolas return?” Frank asked.

“Yes my parents.” Chet replied.

“Dad called the police to secure the area.” Joe said, “If anything happens it will be taken care of.” He continued.

An hour before the wedding Vanessa announced to Iola that she could use a maid of honor so the ladies drove off to get the extra blue silk strapless dress she ordered.

Luckily the ladies arrived at the wedding, which was just about to start. The sound of the organ was heard.

“Do you Frank Hardy take Nancy Drew to be your lawfully wedded wife?” the priest said.

“I do.” Frank replied.

“And do you Nancy Drew take Frank Hardy to be your lawfully wedded husband?” the priest said.

“I do.” Nancy said.

“Do you Joseph Hardy take Vanessa Bender to be your lawfully wedded wife?” the priest began again.

“I do.” Joe replied.

“Vanessa Bender do you take Joe Hardy to be your lawfully wedded husband.” The priest asked.

“I do.” She replied.

“I now declare you two couples man and wife. You may now kiss your brides.” The priest announced.

The newly wed couples left to their limos and drove to the reception.

They had now entered the ballroom just a block from the church was the sounds of talking and music were heard.

The newly weds had seated themselves at the rectangular table were the newly weds parents were seen in a conversation.

“Frank, Joe good to see you again.”, came the voice of their uncle Harris who didn’t see them in about 10 years. “Nice to see you again.” He continued as he came closer to them.

“Ahh you too.” Frank said.

“Where have you been all these years we were starting to think you wouldn’t come to the wedding?” Joe said as he looked as his grayish hair and tux.

“Well I’ve been busy making dealerships you caught me at the nick of time I was about to go out of town the day your invitation arrived I decided to delay it.”

“Say what’s with all those police?” He asked.

“Well it’s a long story. You see…” Frank was interrupted by the sound of gunfire.

“Someone close the doors we have an intruder!” Fenton shouted.

“Everyone go to the basement we will return once it is safe!” Frank yelled as everyone started to run as Frank said.

“Iola run!!!” Joe shouted at the top of his lungs.

The doors flew open what seemed like someone from the clinic entered the building with a large gun. Before He could aim it at Iola he was ambushed by 20 other policemen and sent to the police headquarters.

“What on Earth was that?” One of the guests asked.

“Should we tell them Frank?” Joe whispered to Frank.

“No, I don’t want to put everyone’s lives in danger.” Frank responded.

“Ok everyone its safe now we can go back to the ball room!” Frank announced.

“Wow Frank I expected hundreds of news reporters and journalist to try to get another scoop.” Joe said.

“Ya me too.” Frank replied.

“Will the newly weds please enter the center of the ballroom?” One of the musicians said as he got tuned up.

Soon the lights dimmed and the spotlight was focused on the two couples as they slowly danced. And soon everyone got in the act.

Soon it was time for the cutting of the cake. Cameras were now flicking as they were cutting it.

“So Frank what about the honeymoon?” Nancy asked.

“Well me and Joe were thinking of a nice cruise in the Caribbean.”

“Wow that sounds good.” Vanessa said.

As soon as all the couples had a slice they did the traditional shoving your piece of cake in your partners face.

After a few more hours the wedding had ended and the newly weds had left off in their limos.

Soon the others who were still in the cloths they had worn to the wedding met them at the brothers’ front porch.

“Well that was a good wedding anyone want some coffee?” Phil asked as he made a slight yawn.

“Sure its 1:30 am the latest wedding I’ve ever been to.” Callie said as she plopped herself on the couch.

“We’ll men that was some evening.” Iola remarked.

“Man I’m happy our wedding isn’t today I’m so tired.” Biff said as he took of his tie.

The door had opened a few minutes later when Fenton and Laura came in.

“That was some wedding you had there we were so busy receiving comments and congrats.” Laura said as she took of her coat.

“Well the coffee is ready to serve anyone want a cup?” Phil said as he got up.

“Know what I would like for my wedding? The kiss to be at sunset.” Biff said as he took a sip of coffee.

“Good thing we didn’t tell everyone why the gunman was there in the first place. Then everyone would be in danger.” Joe said.

“The rumors and the truth must of spread quick for that to happen.” Iola said as she took a sip of her coffee.

“Well everyone that are out of towners that came to the wedding are staying at the Bayport hotel which is close to the pier.” Fenton said.

“They said they might come for a visit.” Laura finished.

Soon everyone was asleep. The cooler was turned off because it was cool enough that night.

That morning everyone had gathered at the dinning table for breakfast. The men woke up to the smell of eggs and bacon.

“Iola where did you learn to cook like this?” Joe said as he took a bite.

“I took a cooking class back in high school remember and an extra gourmet cooking class in North Carolina.” Iola replied.

“Well my weddings coming up I’m glad I rented that suit till he 17th of August.” Biff said.

“Hey Frank I think we have some company today.” Joe said as he looked out the kitchen window.

“How many guest?” Frank asked.

“Well I’d say about 26. Most of them are from our family the others are in Vanessa’s and Nancy’s.” Joe replied.

“Hey Iola think you can make a gourmet lunch for 34 people?” Joe asked.

“Sure.” She replied.

“I wish we had some more meat we could have a nice good old fashioned BBQ. Wait I can probably order some lobsters for dinner and some meat for lunch let me call the butcher shop.” Frank said.

“Well I can make a great lobster dinner with some sauce and sautéed vegetables.” Iowa said.

“Ok then sounds good.” Frank said.

“Now the relatives and in-laws came in with gifts to the weds.

“Aww you shouldn’t have.” Nancy said.

“Where are Laura and Fenton?” On of the guests asked.

“At work. Mom has an emergency meeting and dad has to go out of town for a few days.” Joe replied.

“Oh and these are our friends please meet Chet Moron and Joes ex-girlfriend Iola Morton. And this is my ex-girlfriend Callie Shaw and Biff Hooper who are getting married in August and these are Phil Cohen and Tony Prito.” Frank said as he introduced everyone.

“Hey Nancy I forgot to ask you what ever happened to Betsy?” Joe asked.

“Glad you asked she’s busy right now opening her café she really wanted to be my braids mate.”

“Say does she know about Iola’s return?” Frank asked her as they walked in to the kitchen to bring some coffee.

“Yes I told her that when I called her the day she came.” Nancy replied.

It was now eleven Frank decided to pick up the meat. At the butcher shop. And the lobsters at the store nearby.

“So men where are you taking you brides on your honeymoon?” One of Nancy’s relatives asked.

“We will be going on a nice Caribbean cruise.” Joe replied.

Soon Frank came back with the meats and started washing the steaks and other meats for the BBQ.

“Well looks like you men are planning a nice meal for us.” Another guest said as she seated herself in an extra chair Chet and Tony brought.

“Hey Joe think you can put these lobsters somewhere while I tenderize the meat?” Frank asked as he made a marinade.

“Sure.” Joe replied.

Soon Frank got the grill started and the guests went out to sit on the outdoor furniture.

Joe had also come out after 15 minutes with some Coke and Pepsi.

“Frank need some help?” Joe asked putting the drinks down on the table.

“Sure you can start by bringing the rest of the steaks.” Frank replied as he checked the steaks on the grill.

Iola Morton has started sautéing some vegetables to add to the presentation.

Soon lunch was ready and the guests started to eat.

“Frank this is some meal.” One of Nancy’s relatives said as she took another bite.

Laura Hardy had now arrived home and was surprised at how many people had come that evening.”

“Wow I didn’t expect anyone to come today. I don’t even know if we have anything to make for dinner.” Laura said as she took off her coat.

“No need mom.” Frank said. “I already got some lobster that we are planning on making it with a nice dip.” He continued.

“Well that’s good news I was afraid that we’d run out.” Laura said.

“Say what was that gunman and the police doing anyways.” One of the brothers’ aunts asked.

“Well that I’m afraid we can’t answer.” Frank said.

Joe gave him a small nudge to signal him to not give any more answers, which will lead to more questions.

“About the police we thought that there would be a lot of journalist and news reports. That’s all we know.” Joe said.

Soon Iola and the others were preparing dinner, which was a success.

After a few more hours the gusts left the others began to clean the house and get out the sleeping bags.

The next morning there was a call from Fenton. He said he would be coming back in a week and that there are still three members of the clinic left.

“Hey Nancy, Betsy called she said she has finished the coffee shop and will be coming over for a few days she said she will arrive on Saturday.” Frank said putting the phone down.

“That’s nice.” Nancy said preparing breakfast.

“Frank I found some good prices for the cruise.” Joe said as Frank came closer.

“365 bucks a person? Not bad.” Frank remarked looking at the screen.

“Ballroom, dinning hall, pool. Sound’s nice.” Joe said as Nancy and Vanessa entered the study.

“Hey guys find any good cruises?” Nancy asked.

“Yep look at this.” Frank said as he moved a bit so Nancy and Vanessa could see.

“Wow that’s good.” Vanessa said.

“It’s a three week cruise.” Joe said.

“Say where did Biff and Callie go? They should see this.” Frank asked.

“Upstairs making some phone calls.” Joe said.

“Print it we’ll show it to them later.” Nancy said.

“Hey Nancy what happened to the breakfast you were making.” Frank asked.

“It’s done. We just have to set the table.” Nancy replied.

Everyone was now at the table eating breakfast. Joe had brought the printed pages for Biff and Callie to see.

“Wow that’s good.” Callie said.

“How much is the total cost?” Biff asked.

“Well including the extras, about $3,020, $2,190 without.” Joe said

“Hey Frank is that your cell phone ringing?” Joe asked listening to the faint ring.

“Yes it is I’ll be right back.” Frank said as he exited the study. A few minutes later Frank came back with Iola and the others.

“Frank what’s going on?” Joe asked.

“The Grey Man called there are ten members of the clinic left. They’re hot on Iola’s trail. We have to do something.” Frank told everyone.

“Ok we need a plan.” Chet said

“We’ll take the black van since it’s bullet proof if anything should go wrong.” Callie said.

There was now a sudden beeping coming from Iola.

“What in God’s name is that?” Callie asked.

Iola put her hand in her pocket and pulled out what looked like a microphone and tracker.

“Those jerks they must of placed this in my pocket before I killed them.” Iola said as she destroyed it with her foot.

“It’s too late they probably already know.” Frank said.

“Now what?” Vanessa asked.

“Call the police they’ll secure the house.” Joe said.

“Joe I can’t stay here any longer I have to go soon.” Iola said.

“But why so soon.” Callie asked.

“Since they’re after me I think I should head back to North Carolina here’s my address.” Iola said as she wrote down her address on a piece of paper and handed it to Joe.

In a few minutes she bought down her suitcase and her belongings.

“But what about my wedding.” Callie asked.

“Don’t worry I’ll come back as soon as the remaining members in custody.” Iola said.

Soon Iola pulled out of the driveway and left.

“Looks like it’s up to us.” Frank said.

“Yep we better round off the members sooner or later.” Joe replied.

“Great a mission before Callies wedding and our honeymoon.” Vanessa said.

“Well I say we think of a plan.” Biff said.

“Frank, do you think that the remaining members are hiding out at the torn down clinic?” Joe asked.

“Come on. That place is a dump not even a rat can live there. It’s ruined.” Frank said.

“And that is the last place any one of us would want look therefore they have got to be hiding somewhere there.” Chet said.

“Wait can’t this be a trap to lure us in there?” Callie asked.

“Good point we better use the black van and go together.” Joe said.

“Ok so when will we investigate?” Phil asked.

“I would say somewhere tomorrow at around 11 am.” Joe said.

“Ok so it’s set tomorrow morning we investigate.” Frank said.

“Wait Frank there’s one thing I don’t understand when me and Callie were held captive by the clinic where was Iola being held?” Vanessa asked referring to the time the clinic sent a clone of herself and made it seen as if a bomb killed her. {The book was called Dead Of Night for those of you that haven’t read it.}.

“She said she was kept in North Carolina remember.” Chet said refreshing her memory.

“Vanessa has a point remember my clone we better take close precisions.” Callie said.

“Good idea I’ll call Iowa and tell her to be careful.” Joe said reaching for the phone on the table.

Later on they received a call from Betsy telling them that she would be coming a few days earlier since she had finally finished the café.

Meanwhile Iola Morton was about to leave the state when suddenly she spotted a black Honda, which had the same license plate as the one that kidnapped her. So she automatically turned back and called Frank and Joe.

Back at the Hardy home everyone was at the dinning table eating breakfast when the phone rang.

“Hello. Iola what’s going on?…Ok see you then.” Joe said answering Iola’s call.

“Hey Joe what did she say?” Frank asked.

“She’s coming back, she saw a car that belongs to the clinic members so obviously the place is bugged. Which means that they know we’re going to investigate.”

“Great just what we need. I think we should get this done and over with before Biff and Callie’s wedding.” Frank said

“I say we continue the investigation though.”

“Agreed.” They all replied.

Later that evening Betsy was getting ready to leave to the airport to Maine.

Meanwhile that day Iola Morton returned from her drive.

”Ok Iola we got this settled we’re going to be investigating the torn down clinic tomorrow. Hopefully we’ll find some evidence and some clues.” Frank said.

“Wait, Frank I think we should debug this place.” Tony said.

“Good idea.” Frank said.

A few hours later Betsy arrived at the door with her luggage. “Hey guys.” She said as Frank opened the door.

“Betsy you came.” Nancy said as she hugged Betsy.

“Glad I could make it.” She replied.

“Ahh Bes. Great to see you again.” Frank greeted.

“Nice to see you again.” Iola said as she too hugged her.

“So I heard you guys are in a bit of trouble.” Nancy said putting her luggage down.

“Yep. We’re planning on doing a small investigation tomorrow where the clinic used to be.” Joe said.

“Wait, that place was torn town years ago.”

“Exactly.” Tony said. “That’s why it’s a perfect hide out for the last remaining members.” He continued.

“Ok we know that but what about the real plan?” Chet asked.

“We’ll discuss that later.” Frank said.

The next morning Frank and the others were preparing for their investigation.

“Ok people we’ll discuss the plan once we get on the rode.” Frank said.

Once everyone was in the van they went off.

“Ok so here’s the plan Me, Joe, Nancy and Phil will investigate the inside of the building. Chet, Betsy, Biff and Iola you guys will try to find some clues on the outside parameters. Tony, Vanessa and Callie you guys try to locate any upcoming danger.”

“Ok and Callie here are some radios and three pairs of binoculars. Biff here’s a radio and some plastic bags and three pairs of latex gloves and equipment.” Joe said handing the two groups their equipment.

“Ok we’re here let’s get going.” Frank said parking the car.

In a few minutes the three groups where investigating their positioned areas.

“Hmm by the looks of things no one was here for a while.” Phil said glancing and the walls and the floors.

“Looks like we’re going to have to look for some fresh finger prints. Frank said reaching into his bag to get the material.

“Frank pass me that brush and tweezers I think might of found something.” Nancy said putting on her latex gloves and crouching down a bit.

“Sure what is it that you found?” Frank said as the group went towards her.

“I’ve found a pair of foot prints and what might be a stand of hair.” She explained.

“Well it must be our lucky day its fresh and thanks to the destroyed tile it’s in soil and looks resent.” Nancy said.

“Here I’ll make the plaster mix.” Joe said reaching in to the bag and got out a small bag for that strand of hair, bucker and the plaster.

“Wow we just started and we already have some clues and evidence.” Phil said as he began to open one of the doors. “Hmm this door wont budge.” Phil said as he struggled to get the door to open.”

“Hey I think we found our door.” Joe said as he approached Phil.

“Or the knob’s rusted.” Nancy said.

“Good thing I brought the axe.” Frank explained as he lifted the axe and brought it over to the door.

In a few minutes Frank broke the door open.

“Joe radio the others to come here I think we found our door.” Frank said.

“Good idea.” Joe said picking of the radio. “Ok guys come here we think we found out door over.”

In a matter of minutes the rest of the two groups arrived.

“Wow looks like you found what we’re looking for.” Iola said.

“Ok so who’s going to keep watch?” Chet asked.

“I’ll volunteer.” Tony said.

“Count us in.” Biff and Callie said.

“Ok then it’s settled. Chet, Iola and Phil you guys can keep watch outside.

Soon the two couples were inside the dark tunnel of stairs.

“Man this place can give you creeps.” Joe said and he lit the first couple of torches that lined the walls.

“You can say that again it looks like the set of a Dracula movie.” Vanessa alleged.

“You know I don’t quite remember this chamber the last time we came here.” Frank said.

“Same here bro.” Joe said agreeing to Frank’s statement.

“Hmm I was expecting some kind of trap somewhere.” Nancy said.

“Same here.” They agreed.

“Got that right” Betsy said

“Any ideas on where this place leads to?” Nancy asked.

“Well it could either lead to an empty chamber or possibly our doom.” Vanessa said slowly catching up with Joe.

“By the looks of things I say this is the hide out.” Frank said lighting another wall torch with his.

Meanwhile Callie Tony and Biff were outside the chamber trying to keep an eye on the tunnel and investigating more at the same time.

“You know they’ve been down there for a while now.” Callie said as she peered down in to the spiral tunnel.

“I wouldn’t worry about that if I were you.” Tony said.

“Ya besides if they were in trouble they would of radioed us by now and besides we also have to investigate.” Biff said wrapping his arm around her shoulder.

Meanwhile Iola, Chet and Phil were keeping a close eye on the outer parameters.

“You know it has been a while.” Iola said using her binoculars to keep an eye on the road up head.

“You’re right it’s been over thirty minutes since they uncovered the mysterious stairway.”

“Come in Iola come in over.” Came Joe’s voice from the radio.

“Yes Joe I hear you loud and clear over.”

“Did you spot anything?” He asked.

“No not any yet over.” She replied.

Frank and his group were still in the tunnel for well over an hour.

“Ok so who’d build a stairway that takes more than half an hour to get to the bottom?” Nancy asked taking a few more steps.

“This is either some kind of clever trap or there is something that they are hiding down there.” Frank said.

“Hey we’re at the bottom.” Betsy announced happily as he spotted a flat surface ahead with his flashlight.

“I’ll radio the others to come down.” Joe said knowing that that would take at least 45 minutes.

Within thirty minutes the rest of the group arrived.

“Ok so you called us down to an empty chamber?” Chet asked.

“We don’t exactly think so.” Joe said. Raising his eyebrows.

“First thing to do is find out weather or not there is some kind of hidden chamber here.” Frank said.

After a few minutes Nancy discovered a small crack that doubled as a peephole on the wall. “Bingo. Gold mine!!!” She shouted as she peered through the hole.

“Hey Nancy what is it?” Joe asked as he and the gang approached her.

“Pure gold and lots of it.” She replied.

“Ok so the clinic has a secret gold mine that no none but them knows about?” Phil asked

“Exactly.” Iola replied.

“So that’s probably where they got all that money to build the place.” Chet said.

“They must have built the wall in front of it get the police off track.” Frank added.

“There must be millions of dollars worth of gold in there.” Tiny said taking a look.

“Ok so I’ll call the police.” Biff offered as he picked up his cell phone.

“Ok so I say we go upstairs and wait for the police.” Callie said as she started up the staircase.

In about an hour and 15 minutes the police had arrived and gang started to report their discoveries.

“Hello everyone I heard you discovered a gold mine somewhere in the area?” Chief Collig asked as he approached the group.

“Well that’s exactly what we mean Sir. There’s some kind of secret chamber down there that Nancy discovered from a crack in the wall that has millions of dollars worth of gold.” Frank said.

“Ok so lets take a look shall we.” Chief Collig said.

The gang and all the police officers reached the bottom of the tunnel in less than an hour.

“Ok men so where exactly is the chamber you mentioned?” Chief Collig asked.

“Well Chief if you follow me I’ll show you the exact spot.” Nancy said as Chief Collig approached her. “If you would please look in to that crack you’ll find our discovery.” She continued.

“There must be millions of dollars worth of gold in there.” Collig said as he looked in to the hole. “Ok we have to find a way to tear down the wall.” Collig said as he stood back up.

“He happens to have three pick axes.” One of the officers said as he got out his.

“Wait Chief this spot may have been chosen because it can trap anyone that tears that wall down.” Chet said.

“Son we’re going to have to take some chances.” Another one of the officers said picking up an axe.

With in an hour and a half the three officers had made a opening big enough for a full grown man to enter. The gold made a bright reflection as it lit up both chambers.

“My god there must be millions of dollars worth of gold bars in here.” One of the officers said stunned at the large amount of gold.

All but Sam Riley entered the chamber.

“Hey guys I found another door and it seems to be locked!!” said at the very back of the chamber.

“Soon everyone stood around the mysterious locked door. Everyone was able to hear what sounded like moaning and groaning of a struggling man.

“Ok people if you allow me I’ll get this door open.” Tony said as he got his leg ready to kick open the wooden door.

As soon as Tony kicked open the door everyone gasped in shock. Strapped in the chair was no other than Sam Riley.

“Riley? Is that you?” Collig asked as he ripped off the ducked tape that was taped to his mouth.

“Of coarse it’s me Ezra. He’s the imposter.” Riley said as he stared at his counterpart at the door.

“Ok no body move as soon as I take my hand off this rock this chamber will collapse.” The imposter said.

“I should of known.” Iola said. “The way he spoke to us at the station. It makes sense how they knew that I was at the wedding.”

“You know I was only going to eradicate Iola but now since I have all of you gathered here this will be a even better prize!” The imposter said making an evil chuckle as he slowly let go of the rock.

“OK NOW WHAT!!!” Phil shouted at the top of his lungs.

“FREEZE!!!” Chief Collig shouted. “Don’t make another move understand. You have the right to remain silent.” Chief Collig said as he pointed his gun towards the imposter.

“Collig we are about to die and this is all you can think of!” Phil shouted.

“Cohen! Stop acting like a Lunatic we always have a plan.” Sam said.

“Ok Frank radio the others to come down here.” Riley whispered.

“I heard that Riley!” his counterpart said. “So if you don’t mind…” He let go of the rock and started to run.

The officers that were closest to him were able to use some of the rocks that they destroyed to stabilize the entrance.

“Ok men after him!!!” Collig said as he started to run up the stairs.

Soon after thirty-five minutes the imposter was trapped between the two groups of police.

“Freeze!” Riley said pointing his gun at his counterpart as the police and him closed in.

Soon the imposter and everyone else headed to the police station. Once there Frank showed Collig some of the evidence that Nancy had found.

“Well men you did quite a good job.” Collig said

“No problem Chief all in a days work.” Joe remarked.

“Ok men so do you guys want to here my part of the story or not?” Sam asked analyzing what Nancy found that morning.

“Sure.” They all replied.

“Well it all began on the last week of July just before Iola came back. It was around 7pm and I had just come home from my shift at the station. I came out of my police cruiser when suddenly I heard a reselling in the bushes. I went to investigate what it was when suddenly someone jumped out of the bushes and knocked me out.”

“So tell us Sam what did the person that attacked you look like?” Joe asked.

“Well there were two of them actually one of the men was him.” He answered pointing to the imposter.

“How do you know one of your attackers was him?” Collig asked.

“Well for one thing he looked almost like me. Had the eyes and the nose and the eyebrows.” Sam replied.

So when did they put you down there?” Betsy asked.

“Well the first couple of days they were trying to get some answers out of me like when you guys were having your wedding and stuff. After I told them they tied me up and knocked me out a second time. Everything’s blurry after that.” He finished.

“So Riley when did they put you down there?” Collig asked.

“Not sure all I heard them say that they were planning this since Iola’s escape.” He replied.

A few minutes later the Frank and Joe left with some of the other officers to investigate.

“Hey Frank what do you think happened to the rest of the members?” Joe asked his brother getting out of the van.

“I don’t have a clue, I’m going to call the Grey Man later to find out.” He replied.

Soon afterwards the Hardys and the other four Officers including Collig arrived at the site.

“Well men I suggest we get a move on.” Collig said grabbing some flashlights.

With in an hour all four of them were once again at the bottom of the staircase investigating the hidden vault.

“By the looks of things this gold was hidden here for at least a quarter of a century.” One of the officers suggested taking a look at on of the gold pieces.

“Well one things for certain this is obviously how the clinic got the money they needed for the equipment.” Joe stated.

“Well it will probably take a while before we get all this sorted out.” Collig said. Shinning his flashlight as one of the many stacks of gold.

“Ok I’m calling the Grey Man.” Frank said as he picked up his cell and dialed the number.

“Mean while the others were having lunch at Mr. Pizza. Biffs dad had made them three fresh pizzas.

“Well I hope Frank and Jo are all right.” Nancy said taking bite.

“Come on. Their the Hardys nothing can go wrong.” Chet said.

“Agreed. I just can’t believe that after four years we’ve all been re-united again.” Callie said making a slight smile.

“Agreed.” They all replied.

“Back at the clinic Frank and Joe were examining a piece of gold that seemed suspicious.

“Hey Frank does this piece seem real to you?” Joe asked.

“You’re right it doesn’t it looks more like a fake and look recent cart tracks. They weren’t there this morning.” Frank said pointing to the tracks.

“Wait you boys are on to something.” Collig said.

“In fact we are Chief.” Joe said.

“So your saying that this gold is fake and that it was shipped off somewhere else?” Officer Harris asked.

“Precisely.” Joe replied.

“Say Frank how did the call go?” Joe asked remembering that Frank had called the Grey Man earlier.

“He said he’s sent some men to investigate.” Frank replied.

“But Frank what if that wasn’t the Grey Man?” Joe asked.

“Don’t worry I’m certain it was him and even if it’s not we’ll be prepared.” Frank told his brother. “Besides we have the whole gang here…all most.” Frank assured Joe.

“You know you’re right bro. Where four detectives working together.”

“Like this we’re undefeatable and unbreakable.” Frank added

The Grey man had just sent a team over to investigate the clinic when out of nowhere someone jumped towards him and pinned him to the ground.

“What on Earth? What is going on here!?!” The Grey Man said struggling to get free.

“Oh don’t worry things are being taken care of.” The Grey Mans double said tightening his grip on the Grey Mans wrist.

“Who? I though he put you behind bars with the others?” He said thinking back.

“Wrong again. You never got me.” The imposter said. “Soon I will take over this operation for good and accomplish my dream but even better yet I will get rid of all my enemies all at the same time. Before you know it each one of you will be replaces and eventually will be killed.”

Back in the chamber of fake gold the Chief had concluded his theory of the gold being stolen in the last fifty years.

“Well that is a good conclusion but where have they shipped the gold?” Frank asked.

“Well the best explanation is that they shipped it to their new hide out.” Harris said.

”Well only one way to find out.” Joe started. “And that’s to follow the trail.”

“Com on the trail could so on for miles.” Frank objected.

“Hey guys I think the Grey Mans squad are here. Listen, the helicopter.” Frank said.

“Soon the squad broke a large area of the roof and came in the sunlight made large spotlights appear in the chamber.

“Hello Hardys I see you found the chamber. We were suspicious of something like this glad you found it.” One of the squad members said.

Back at Mr. Pizza Tony had just brought out some pasta that his dad had just made. “Hey guys anyone up fore some pasta?” Tony asked setting a large bowl of pasta on to the table.

“Thanks Tony.” Nancy said as she put some on her plate.

“I wonder how Frank and Joe are dong.” Callie said as she too put pasta on her plate.

“I wouldn’t worry about them.” Betsey told Callie.

“Hey I think we should join them when we’re finished.” Phil said.

“Good idea.” Chet answered.

“You can say that again.” Nancy said as she finished.

As soon as they exited the pizza psrlor they unsusceptible greeted my one of The Grey Mans helicopters. They were told that Frank has suggested this and would be a good idea to have a few more detectives on the case including the now retired Fenton Hardy.

As soon as they entered the copter they left for the Clinic.

Back at the Clinic chamber Frank and another officer had sawed some of the fake gold bars to see what material it was made from.

“Interesting all they did was use copper and other metals to make the gold. They must of used the real gold bars to do it.” Frank explained.

“Ok so know that we know what it is how are we supposed to figure out where the real is?” Joe asked.

“Well the only thing I’m certain of is that the old was shipped this, morning between the hours of 11am and 3pm. I have a good idea as soon as the others arrive we’ll go to the docks.” Frank said.

“Good idea. Now we have a lead.” Collig answered.

Soon the others had arrived and they headed for the docks.

“Hello Fenton glad to see you again.” Collig greeted Mr. Hardy.

“Hey dad.” Frank and Joe greeted.

“We’ll I see you’ve got some leads on the case.” Mr. Fenton told them.

“Yep.” Frank told his father. “We figured the fake gold was made from the same metals that they use to make coins. We think that they shipped it somewhere but we don’t know where exactly.” Frank said yelling in to the microphone that was attached to the large headphones he was wearing.

Soon the group of vehicles and helicopters arrived at the docks. They went to the seaport to get their information.

“Hello.” Chief Collig greeted the man at the desk. The man was wearing captains uniform and was typing some data in to his computer.

“Hello Chief I’m Captain Salvos how may I help you?” Captain Salvos asked.

“Well we wanted to see if there was any shipment of gold between the hours of 1am and 3pm.” Chief Collig requested.

“Well I’ll see if I can find it on the computer.” He replied typing the data that the Chief had given him.

In a few minutes the captain had found what they were looking for. “We’ll there was a large shipment of gold at around 11:50.” Captain Salvos told the party.

“Tell us Captain who made the shipment and to where?” Frank asked.

“Well The person that shipped it off seemed very suspicious that’s why we’re keeping a close I on him. The Shipment is supposed to be delivered somewhere in Florida. Don’t know why/” He told them.

“Well thanks for your help.” Joe said.

“Any time.” Captain Salvos replied.

“Have a plan?” Frank asked one of the Grey Mans officers.

“Yep we all ways stay one step ahead. Tomorrow we’ll use some of our passenger planes to fly us all to Florida where we’ll get the gold when it comes. Most likely the members went with it.” The officer said.

“Good idea.” Chief Collig said.

“Well looks like this is another mystery to solve and another great Mystery.” Betsy said.

“What about that imposter?” Iola asked.

“We’ll take him with us we’ll keep him handcuffed. He mind give us some leads.” The officer replied.

The next morning the crew of about eighty people or more gathered near the group of planes.

“Ok listen up we have ten planes we the squad officers and the Bayport police will occupy about eight of the planes including Rilys counterpart. You guys will be in one of the other two planes the empty one will be used when we capture the last remaining members and put them in to custody.” The head officer said.

“But why are we using commercial planes?” Chet asked.

“It will better disguise us we all so have a few fighter jets just in case.”

They were soon off to Florida where they would meet the last remaining members. Rileys counterpart Calvin was handcuffed and was put in to the plane storage area where some guards kept a close eye on him.

“Well Frank this looks like yet another mystery to solve.” Nancy said taking a seat as the planes took off one by one.

“Ya you can say that again.” Frank said.

“Ok Joe any plans?” Betsy asked.”

“We’ll it all depends.” Frank replied.

“I was thinking we split up.” Iola said. “Florida’s a large state and the members can get away easily.

“That’s a good idea.” Frank said.

In about five more hours they had arrived at Florida. It was announced that they were to land near Orlando where they would start their investigation.

“Good thing its not hurricane season.” Betsy said.

“Agreed.” Callie replied.

Chief Collig had now come out of his plane and signaled everyone to listen.”

“Ok everyone.” He started. “Starting tomorrow we will with our assigned groups spread across the shores of Florida. We already called the coast guard just in case. Watson You and your crew with Nancy and Frank will investigate here to Panama City spread yourselves wisely. We only have a crew of 120 and the Coast Guard. Harris You and your group will investigate here to Tampa. Luckily we all so have about 300 army members fifty will go with Watson, Fifty with Harris, Vanessa and Joe and the rest will go with us including Fenton and the others.” He instructed.

“Looks like we’ll be splitting up.” Frank told his brother.

“Ya. You have the other cell phone right?” Joe asked

“Never leave without it.” Frank said.

The next day they separated in to their assigned groups.

“One last thing each group has two boast use them to keep watch at sea.” Collig added.

Frank and Nancy had arrived with their crew. Nancy and Frank volunteered with some of the other officers to keep watch at sea.

They two boats were now at sea. Frank and Nancy were on the same boat with six officers the other boat had about ten people on it.

The boats were pretty large and served as good muter boasts. They were pretty large with both a lower and upper deck.

“Ok Frank you steer the boat Nancy use these binoculars to keep an eye for the ship tell us if you see anything. The name of the boat is The West Sailor.” Watson told her. “If you need us we’ll be if you need me I’ll be on the lower deck with some of the other officers. We’ll be using some of the tracking devices we brought along the second ship is around the Tampa area. The officers working on land will be spread between us.” Watson said.

Meanwhile Joe and Vanessa where on the other side of the shore keeping track of the devices they were using and the Gulf of Mexico.

“Joe There’s something on the radar call the others I think we’ve found The West Sailor.” Vanessa said as Joe cam with some of the other officers.

“According to the radar screen the boat is heading towards shore which is where we are. I think we should use the boats and call the others.” Vanessa suggested.

“Fenton you call Watson and the others to come here. Tell the people in the boats to come here.” Collig said.

Soon there were seven boats out in the Gulf waiting for the West Sailor. There were about five helicopters keeping watch.

“With in half an hour News reporters gathered at the shore taking footage of the event. It seemed that it didn’t bother any of them.

In a few minutes they caught sight of The West Sailor and the boats and helicopters started to close in.

“The West Sailor was pretty fast although aboard the large boat was millions of dollars worth of gold.

This was turning in to a wild goose chase the officers were told to come quickly and to bring along Calvin.

“Freeze. Stop the boat you’re surrounded.” One of the officers said in the helicopter talking in to a megaphone as the seven large boats closed in.

Soon there ere sounds of shooting as some of the members started firing at the helicopters and boats.

“Someone has to get the gun from the lower deck!” Nancy shouted so everyone on the lower deck could hear.

Back on land Collig had just sent some more boats out to get the last remaining members and the gold.

Sure enough Collig sent a boat with about twenty military officers plus the Coast Guard. They managed to arrest three of the members. Five of the military officers had gun wounds but would survive.

In about thirty minutes the remaining members were arrested and put in to custody and were put on to one of the boats and taken to shore.

The members cracked a smile and made a small evil laugh down in their throats.

“Ok Lets investigate the boat.” Frank said directing the crew to get on to the boat.

“Soon all ten had reached the boat along with ten other officers.

“Ok We’ll search the upper deck and you guys search the lower deck.” Harris said as he and five officers went down with Chet, Iola, Joe and Betsy while the others searched upper deck.

“Ok Frank my theory is that the gold is on the lower deck somewhere.” Vanessa said.

“Put the question is where is the gold supposed to go from here?” Phil asked.

“Well by the looks of things the gold is to be shipped to somewhere near the gulf.” Frank said.

“We’ll we can’t just make theories we need some leads.” Watson said.

“Here’s one thing for sure we’re going to have to do some questioning with the members.” Nancy said.

“Biff and Callie had soon entered the control room where they found what seemed like the Grey Man tied up. Next to him was what seemed like a timer.

“Oh my god Callie get the others.” Biff said heading towards the Grey Man and untying him.

“Grey Man? How did you get here?” Joe asked.

“Someone attacked my right after you called. We’re in trouble he said that soon the clinic would replace us all with clones and soon kill us.” He said.

“Talk later that bomb’s going to blow any minute.” Callie said.

“She’s right let’s go.” Frank said.

Soon they had gotten to shore one of the squad members told them that The Grey Mans counterpart was still in Maine, which meant that anything could happen.

“Ok So what about all that gold?” Chet asked.

“We’ll the boat’s not supposed to blow up for another hour or two so we sent a bomb squad over there to deactivate it. That why the gold will still be the way it was and we’ll be able to investigate the boat some more.” Watson replied.

Ok tomorrow we’ll leave and go back to Maine where we will investigate more.” Collig said taking a sip of his cup of coffee that one of the officers had ordered fore the whole crew.

“Reminds me of high school all over again.” Frank said with a laugh as he poured some sugar in to his coffee.

“Nice one bro.” Joe said with a laugh.

“Hey why don’t we have a look around.” Nancy suggested. “We’re here ‘until tomorrow and besides we haven’t been here for a while.” Nancy added.

“We’ll there’s a car rental near by. Sounds good to me.” Joe said.

“Count me in.” Iola said as she seated h said. Seating her self in a chair.

“I think we should rent two vans.” Tony remarked on the idea.

“Well then let’s go.” Joe said a few minutes later after they had finished their coffee.

“They were now driving down the busy streets of Orlando in two of their rented fords while looking at the scenery.

“Man I wish we had our wedding here.” Nancy said looking as the shore of the gulf.

“You can say that again.” Joe said gazing at the wonderful landscape of Orlando.

“Hey Frank where exactly are you f=going?” Vanessa asked.

“I was thinking about Universal Studios Orlando besides we are in Florida.” Frank told them.

“Sweet idea bro.” Joe remarked on his brother’s idea.

“Wait isn’t that like fifty bucks a person?” Betsy asked

“We’ll each pay for our own ticket.” Frank said.

With in an hour they parked at the Universal Studios parking lot and got their passes.

“Where to first.” Phil asked.

“Well it depends the place closes at around ten how about we all meet here for diner at say seven thirty?” Frank said.

“Deal.” They all said.

Nancy and Callie had decides to hit the shops first. Betsy, Iola and Vanessa were checking the shops across as of where Callie and Nancy were. Te others decided to rid the latest costars that were added to the park decently.

Soon it was seven thirty and everyone met back at the entrance.

“Hey guys. So what restaurant do you want to eat at?” Nancy asked.

“How McDonalds?” Frank asked.

“Sure.” They all said in agreement.

“So did you go on any rides?” Joe asked his wife Vanessa.

“Ya we went on The Mummy and some roller coasters. You?” She asked.

“Went on some coasters and some other rids.” He replied.

“Say did you guys get anything?” Chet asked Iola.

“Yes. The souvenir shops here are really good though they’re expensive.” Iola replied.

“Hey do you guys want to do some more sight seeing?” Frank asked.

“Good idea.” Phil said.

“I was thinking about going to Miami but it’s to far away.” Tony said.

“Well how about taking one of the helicopters or planes there?” Biff asked.

“Good idea.” Frank said getting up with his trey.

Soon they were in a helicopter and headed to Maine.

“Good thing me and Joe have a helicopter license.” Frank said getting in to the craft.

“In about one hour or two they reached Maine and were just in time to get to Miami Beach to watch the sun set.

“That was a quick ride.” Phil said.

“You can say that again and look I think I see a dolphin.” Chet alleged.

“Oh my god your right Chet. I have to take a photo.” Callie said taking out her camera and snapping some photos.

“I wish we had a boat. Then we could get up close.” Frank said as he posed for a picture with Nancy.

“Well the boast rental is still open.” Chet told Frank as he pointed to the boathouse.

Soon they were on a boat heading in the directions of the sun set.

“What a view.” Joe said gazing at the dolphins.

“Oh look the dolphins are coming near the boat.” Callie said taking more pictures of the dolphins.

“Now this is what I call a magical evening.” Tony said as he took out his camera.

“Hey Frank come take a look I think I see a killer whale.” Nancy told Frank as she took out the binoculars that came with the boat.

“Wow this is truly an astonishing moment.” Betsy said taking more photos.

“Frank had now turned on the spotlight since it was getting dark and the boat rental area was about to close.

Soon they were back at the base. Frank and the others helped Collig get everything ready for tomorrow morning in which they would leave at around eight.

They next day Frank and Joe helped make some breakfast. Once again they had ordered some coffee. Everyone had gathered at the tables in which the breakfast buffet was.

“At around ten thirty everyone got on board the planes and helicopters. The captives were put in the empty plane in which was guarded by ten or so officers.

“Ok everyone listen up.” Collig started. “We will head to the Bayport police department where we will put the criminals in jail. After that we will investigate farther in to the case and do some questioning. I and some other officers will take the West Sailor back to Bayport.” He ended.

“Soon they were back in Bayport where they were greeted by Laura Hardy who was still in her hospital uniform.

“Hey Laura.” Fenton greeted his wife.

“Hey. How was the investigation?” She asked.

“Went well. All the clinic members are arrested but The Grey Man was kept hostage in the boast. He told us the boat was to blow up with him in it so his clone could get on with plan b.” Frank told his mother.

“Any idea where he is?” Laura asked.

“No. But we think he’s at the headquarters.” Joe said brushing his hair back with his fingers.

“Did you have any guests?” Fenton asked.

“Yes Some of Vanessa’s and Nancy’s relatives came by they said they will come tomorrow as well.”

“Say when did aunt Gertrude say she’d be back from her vacation?” Joe asked.

“Next week.” She replied. “Say what’s the next step on the investigation?” She asked.

“Next we’re going to investigate the ship and question the clinic members and get the Grey Mans’ double.” Frank replied.

“The meeting isn’t going to start for another hour. How about we go and have some lunch?” Fenton asked.

“I though you’d never ask I made your favorite pot roast.” Laura replied to her husband.

“Well at least it’s safe for me to be here now. With those guys locked up in jail.” Iola said.

“Soon they we’re all back at the Hardy household and at the dining table that was now set.

“Mrs. Hardy I can never resist your cooking.” Iola complimented.

“Why thank you Iola.” Mrs. Hardy replied.

With in an hour they were back at the police station with Chief Collig where he explained the evening plans.

“The West sailor is at the docks. Some of us will stay here and do the questioning; some will do some further investigations at the clinic while the rest of us try to locate the Grey Man’s double. He concluded.

They were in the same groups as last time. Fran and Nancy’s group were investigating the clinic. Joe and Vanessa’s group stayed to do the questioning while Fenton’s group went in search of the imposter.

“Watson, do you have any theories to contribute with us?” Frank asked.

“Well I do think the gold was to be shipped to somewhere in South America as some kind of hiding place. But I doubt it. The only way we’ll know for sure is if they admit to it” He replied.

“We’ll have to investigate the ship some more. We might find a clue maybe a map of some sort.” Nancy said.

“Have a good idea we’ll divide in to two groups half of us on upper deck and half on the lower deck.” Watson said. “Ok List up Me, Nancy, Frank and unit A will investigate lower quarters the rest of you investigate the upper area!” He ordered in to a mega phone for everyone to hear.

Soon after the split up Frank’s group wondered in to the lower quarters where they found mounds of gold bars.

“I don’t this is all of the gold from the chamber.” Nancy protested. “There might be some hidden somewhere.”

“I agree.” Frank said.

“There’s probably another ship that’s supposed to come with this one.” Watson suggested. “But the question is how? Our radar detedcted only this ship.” He ended.

“Of coarse! I just thought of something. What if the rest of the gold was in a submarine?” Frank asked.

“Good theory. The sub must have been on the other side of Florida or out of the range of the radar.” Watson suggested.

”But how will we prove our theory. I think the sub would have been piloted by the Grey Mans’ double.” Watson suggested.

“I knew we should have gotten a sub just in case.” Frank said in a regretting fashion.

“It’s probably to late. The sub might be miles away by now.” Frank said.

“You’re forgetting something Frank there is some questioning going on at the police station. But of coarse it might be a while before they admit.” Nancy told Frank.

“You have a point.” Watson said shining his flashlight in one area of the room checking for a door.

“Hey guys come have a look at this I think I found something.” Nancy said bending down on her knees to pick up the piece of paper.

“A set of directions.” Frank said looking over Nancy’s’ shoulder.

“According to this the gold was to be taken to somewhere in Florida then taken to Europe. But why there?” Watson asked.

“Good job we found ourselves a clue.” One of the officers said.

“Keep searching we might find something else.” Nancy said giving the piece of paper to Watson.

Watson radioed the people on the upper deck to tell them about what they had found.

“Meanwhile back at the station Joe and some of the other officers were trying to get the clinic members to talk.

“Hey guys frank just radioed me with a clue.” Joe told everyone as he stepped towards the captives. “Listen up they already found out where your boat was heading. So tell us where was the gold supposed to be delivered!?!

“Your brother found the paper he should know.

“Listen pal where in Florida the gold supposed to be delivered to” Joe asked demandingly.

“Joe its no use. Here let we try.” Vanessa said unfolding her arms and stepping forward in to the light. “Ok listen up. Did you or did you not use a submarine to get the rest of the gold to its destination?” She asked.

“I hope the other officers at the station are having better luck.” Joe said.

“Why would U answer you. That gold will get to Europe before you do!.”

“Hmmm…so you admit that you used a submarine to transport the rest of the gold.

“Yes. But it will take you a long time to find it. It’s probably one third of the way there.”

“Why thank you Calvin. You’ve just given us a clue and some evidence.” Vanessa said.

“Soon the search was called off and they were to meet back at the station.

“Hello again. We have just recently found out that the rest of the gold s in a sub heading to Europe.” The chief started. “We’ll be sending ten navy submarines to try to find their sub and the gold. We’ll however stay here and keep track.” He ended.

“How will we keep track?” Frank asked.

“We’ll keep some radios and such. We’ll be using the latest submarines and technology to track the gold.” He ended.

Soon the navies had arrived at the station where they were assigned.

“Ok everyone we will all be assigned to a job whether it’s radar, radio or any other tracking system.” Collig said. “Fifty people will in charge of ten of the tracking systems. We all so have some boats that are using cameras to search the ocean floor.” He ended.

“Meanwhile underwater the clinic launched a missile hitting one of the submarines. The Navy launched five attacks and managed to bust the engine. The navy subs were launching more missiles to discourage the enemy sub but they just kept attacking.

“Send some of the navy crew to get in to that sub!” An officer ordered in to a microphone.

“Frank radio the subs. Tell them to get on their diving suits and brake in to that sub.” Watson said.

“Send an attack targeting one of the boat.” The Grey Mans counterpart ordered his crew.

“Captain, someone’s trying yto brake kin.” One of his crewmembers said.

“Well don’t just stand there!” The Grey Mans counterpart said getting red in the face. “DO SOMETHING!!!”

“Hello, Frank? Are you there.” Came a voice from the radio.

“Yes I’m here.” Frank said.

“It’s me Carlos do we have any orders we have sent some divers to brake in to that enemy sub.” Carlos said.

“No not yet.” Frank replied.

“Ok thanks Frank.” Carlos said

“You’re welcome.”

“Hey Dave I think they saw us.” One of the divers said trying to find a door to break in to the enemy sub.

“I think I fond the door here’s the plan we arrest the crew and take the sub back to shore.” Laura said.

“I’ll call the others to get more divers we need back up.” Dave said.

“Good idea.” Laura replied.

Soon the navy sent about twenty more people ti help with the take over. “Ok One the count of three. NOW!” Dave shouted busting the door open and pulling himself up.

“Hey what was that?” A crew member said trying to figure out where the sound was coming from.

Dave put him in a headlock and tied his hands around his back.

“This is a hostile takeover surrender yourselves.” Laura said getting out a small gun.

“Ok everyone move it try to get to every room in here.” A officer ordered.

“What the!?!” The Grey Mans counterpart said turning around.

“Freeze! We already captured most of your crew.” Laura said.

“You and what army?” He asked jokingly.

“The Navy that’s what. You know what we’re here for.” She said.

“If you want the gold you have to go through me first.” He said stepping towards her.

Steve started sunning towards them wanting to escape but Laura knocked all the wind out of him.

“Ok men tie him up and tie up the other crewmembers while I steer this sub back to shore and don’t forget to radio the others.” Laura said seating herself on the chair.

“Ok everyone back to land the navy has taken over the enemy sub and will be arriving shortly!” Harris yelled into a megaphone.

“There it is!” Frank shouted spotting what looked like the top of a submarine.

“Ok we need ten boats to pick up the crew!” Watson ordered in to another megaphone.

In about have an hour they had gotten all the crew members out of the sub and in to the police vehicles. The same boats were sent to pick up the gold.

Frank who was busy getting the gold in to one of the vans with his brother was all so checking to see if any of them were fake.

“Looks like there’s no fake gold to worry about today.” Joe said with a slight smile of delight.

“Later the next day the gang went to the police station to do some questioning.

“Hello everyone. We were waiting for your arrival we’re just about to start the questioning.” Sam said getting up. “Right this way.” He ended as he started walking inn to the hall that was lined with jail cells.

Soon they came to the room where the clinic members were in handcuffs and stared angrily at the gang.

It took about two hours to get the clinic to tell them the information they wanted.

“So you’re telling me the gold was to be shipped to France for safe keeping?” Frank asked.

“Exactly. But who guys had to come along and ruin our chance. Steve said in total range.

“So you admit to all the charges?” Laura asked.

“Yes we admit to all of them.” Steve told her. “Unfortunately.” He mumbled.

“Well it looks like this is the end of the case.” Joe said with a smile.

“You can say that again.” Frank said.

“Hey Biff any news on your wedding plans?” Nancy asked Biff.

“Well me and Callie have everything planned and ready the wedding not for another two weeks.” Biff replied.

“Soon they were back home with the knowing that the clinic wouldn’t be a threat to them much longer.

“Now the only thing left to do is plan Callie and Biffs wedding Chet said.

It was now the beginning of August everyone pitched in on helping get orders ready for the wedding.

“The wedding is in six days and boy am I exited.” Callie said putting his arms around Biffs.

“Callie, I’m all so exited.” Biff replied.

“We’ll since we have this all sort out now we can get on our other plans.” Joe said picking up the phone to make a call.

“So you guys are going on the 16th.” Chet asked.

“Yes. We’ll get a limo to pick us up here take us to the airport and our honeymoon begins.” Joe said.

“It’s a good reward knowing that your friends and family are safe after a long investigation.” Vanessa said seating herself on a chair.

“True. Especially when you’re going on a two week honeymoon afterwards.” Nancy added.

“Hey Frank I updated the system!” Phil shouted from the study.

“Thanks!” Frank replied.

“Hey Biff did you order the cake yet?” Callie asked.

“Yes.” Biff replied.

“Talk about a reunion.” Phil said returning in to the living room.

“You can say that again.” Iola remarked.

“Oh and guys the café will officially open in early September. We’re thinking that the grand opening will be really big there’s only one café in the are besides mine and that’s on the other side of town.” Betsy announced. “Oh and Mr. Hardy do you think you can do a book signing? Your books on detection and your cases are best sellers.” Betsy remarked.

“I’d love to Betsy. When is it?” He asked with a smile.

“September 22nd.” She replied.

“Sounds fine to me.” Fenton said.

“Wow dads books are best sellers?” Frank asked surprised that his fathers’ novels were still being sold.

“Yes. People are buying them for high prices.” Betsy said.