The Lone Wolf Strikes

The famed Lone Wolf who has given up shady work but owes a favor to Stanley Young. He steps back into danger with cool self-control, using wit and strategic misdirection to navigate a maze of crooks and cops. His leadership keeps the plan on track even as trust frays among allies and rivals alike.

Phillip Jordan's daughter, attracted to danger and romance, but cautious enough to doubt Lanyard's explanations. She shadows the intrigue with a mix of vulnerability and resolve, leaning on instinct when the truth remains evasive. Her presence heightens the stakes for everyone involved.

Delia's boyfriend who is entangled in the necklace scheme and its eventual fallout. He can be charmful yet calculating, stepping into plans with a readiness to hazard risk for personal gain. His alliance with other players shifts as loyalties tighten and threaten exposure.

A younger, savvy woman who handles the necklace and its transformations. She plays her cards close to the vest, mixing flirtation with practical aims. Her actions reveal a readiness to switch sides for a favorable outcome when the opportunity arises.

The fence in the scheme, guarding the sale of the pearls and mediating pressures from rivals. He reads people well and uses leverage to stay ahead, making him a dangerous gatekeeper in the necklace game. His moves force others to adapt quickly or risk being outmaneuvered.

Philip Jordan's partner who ropes Lanyard into the caper, then warns the others when plans shift. He thrives on control and manipulation, using information as ammunition. His actions set off a chain of consequences that ripple through every participant.

A wealthy banker whose possession of the real pearl necklace triggers the entire plot. His status makes the theft more than a crime—it becomes a battle for prestige and security. He remains a focal point whose interests drive the actions of all players.

Lanyard's loyal valet who provides quiet support and occasional comic relief while executing the plan’s practical steps. He handles the logistics, from transport to timing, contributing to the execution with steadiness and wit. His demeanor helps stabilize a world of shifting loyalties.