Through a spy in the embassy, the police find out the Draytons are there and conclude that Hank is likely to be with them, but that it is sovereign and exempt from an investigation. The McKennas, desperate to find Hank, secure an invitation from the grateful prime minister. In a dialogue with Edward, the ambassador reveals that he organized the plot to kill the prime minister and blames the failed attempt on the Draytons. Knowing that Hank can testify against them, he orders the Draytons to kill the boy.