Lord Lister No. 0383: De Fabrieksbaas

In the bustling streets of late‑Victorian London, a cloaked old man drifts from one charity to the next, leaving behind bundles of crisp £500 notes that stun directors, nurses and porters alike. He never asks for a word of thanks, never takes receipts, and vanishes as swiftly as he appears, his heavy cane and white beard the only clues to his identity. The generosity is unmistakable—tens of thousands of pounds disappear into the coffers of gas houses, shelters and hospitals within weeks, prompting headlines and a wave of whispered speculation.

While the city marvels at the mystery benefactor, a few skeptical staff members begin to probe the source of the money, questioning whether the notes are genuine and what motives might lie behind the gifts. Their inquiries lead to a puzzling incident involving a rental car that seemingly both exists and does not, suggesting that the stranger’s movements may be far more orchestrated than they appear. As curiosity deepens, the line between altruism and enigma blurs, inviting listeners to follow the first steps of a compelling London whodunit.