The child was still too young, only about ten years old. If this dragged on, even if his body wasn't hurt, his mind wouldn't be able to take it.
"I agree, but you need to let the hostage go. I will take his place."
Tang Shu was naturally no saint, but she had just saved the child's mother. If something else happened to the child, it would no longer be a matter of just one life.
Moreover... with the situation as it was, if the standoff continued, dragging things out would only become more disadvantageous for them.
Tang Shu's words stunned everyone present, and they all widened their eyes in astonishment.
"No way, you're too young, and you're not a public servant. You have no obligation to do this!"
"That's right, you can't go!"
"Then do you have any better ideas?"
Tang Shu shot back, took two steps forward, and looked at the criminals, who also wore surprised expressions.
