After a seven or eight-minute standoff, Payne finally lost patience, waved his hand, and had his subordinates encircle Basil Jaak like one might wrap dumplings, trapping him in the center.
"I'll say it one more time, put down the gun and come back to the station with me," Payne said with a dark expression.
This incident had already caused a significant disturbance tonight, and if Payne couldn't handle it promptly, the impact would only intensify. By then, not only would his position as Director be at risk, but he might even be stripped of his police uniform.
Basil Jaak let out a cold laugh and didn't respond, preparing to charge and apprehend Payne when suddenly a police car drove up.
Basil Jaak and Payne simultaneously turned to look at the police car.
Baird stepped out of the car, accompanied by two subordinates, and approached Payne, shouting, "Everyone, put your guns down!"
