The district police chief held considerable power. While agents from the Criminal Investigation Bureau could question a local chief, even starting an investigation would require a permit signed by a prominent figure in the State Bureau of Investigation. Even if Pronto appointed a dog as a substation chief, no one would dare object. Clearly, all his reasoning was meant to avoid making this arrangement.
Mason couldn't comprehend why Julian wasn't satisfied. A sergeant position! In the past, Mason had dreamed of becoming a sergeant within three years of being an officer. He had imagined it would take considerable time and perhaps even a modest sum—around fifty dollars—to make that dream come true.
But now, with everything unfolding as it was, he found himself questioning his worldview and even his own worth. Despite being family, brothers, the gap between them felt immense.
