Looking at the guy in the iron cage, Ethan didn't hesitate.

What else can a man who can't be threatened by a burst of eggs?

When Antonio left, Ethan shook his head and said to Hank, "Why don't you listen to me, just let him disappear." ”

"This person is different." Hank sighed:

"Now in this situation, we can only let Olinsky come over."

Everything they had done before was to save Lexi from having to make a choice.

But what needs to be done, has been done.

Since it didn't work, it was time for Lexi to make a decision.

She could choose to be an eyewitness, and that would be risky.

You can also choose to turn a blind eye, and then she will bear the condemnation of conscience for the rest of her life.

Ethan shrugged and closed the cage door.

Second floor, Sheriff's Office.

Looking at Karaka's criminal record in his hand, Ethan flicked off the ashes of his cigarette.

He has been arrested 15 times and convicted 0 times.

Karaka, this kid, really has some criminal minds.

Fifteen times, but not once he was successfully convicted.

"Hank, Ethan."

A tired voice rang out, and Olinsky appeared at the door of his office.

His wife and daughter came with them, and they stood outside.

"Maybe you'd like to take a look at this." He handed the case file to Orlinsky.

The latter took the file, his eyebrows furrowed.

As a police officer, according to his professional ethics, he should have encouraged Lexey to come forward and testify.

But as a father, his choice now is understandable.

Now things have come to a dead end, and it can only be up to Lexi's decision.

"Bang bang."

There was a knock on the door, and Pratt walked in.

Ethan and Hank looked at the paper in her hand and put the cigarette in their mouths.

It should come, and it will always come.

"The people above brought it to me, let me pass it on to Lexi's parents."

Pratt slapped his nose and looked at Olinsky: "I can report up, I haven't contacted you for the time being." ”

"This will buy some time, and maybe Karaka will change her mind."

"No need, just give it to me."

Olinski tossed Karaka's criminal record in the trash and took the court arraignment leaflet from Pratt.

Ethan pressed the cigarette butt and walked out of the sheriff's office.

Led by Irene, Lexi and her mother have entered the pantry.

He returned to his seat and filled out the firearm use report.

Olinski walked into the pantry with the summons leaflet, and Erin got up and left, leaving them to make their own decisions.

After a few more minutes, Lexi walked out with a determined look in her eyes.

Seeing her like this, she should have made up her mind to be an eyewitness.

This girl is a little stupid, but her conscience is still there.

Sure enough, it didn't take long for Hank to call Erin and Russec to prepare for the identification process.

Half an hour later, several people returned to the office.

Although the matter had been resolved, there was no joy on their faces.

Hank remembered something as he passed by Hosted's desk, and he stopped and tapped on the table with a heavy bang:

"Now, come into my office."

It's such a simple sentence that attracts the attention of the whole group.

Ethan bit into the beef jerky and looked at Horstead walking inside, hoping that he would not be so iron-headed.

"Bang."

Hank closed the office door and turned to stare at Horstead.

The two looked at each other and froze for a moment.

Horstead's chest heaved, avoiding Hank's scrutinizing gaze.

"Why are you doing something stupid?"

Hank reached out and nodded at Horstead, "I'm optimistic about you, Jay, don't do anything you regret." ”

"I told you, Lonnie Roditje, you have to let go."

"I listened to you."

Horstead waved his hand and explained, "For the most part, I've let go and haven't continued to follow Lonnie. ”

"Is this true?"

Hank was disappointed.

"What did I lie to you?" Horstead scratched his ears: "What I'm telling you is the truth. ”

"You're a terrible liar." Hank snapped:

"If you don't tell me the truth, I won't be able to protect you if something goes wrong, do you know what I mean?"

"Are you serious?" Horstead was like he had blown up.

He approached Hank and said disdainfully, "Protect me? ”

"If I'm not mistaken, the person who was arrested by the Ministry of Internal Affairs last night was you, not me."

"What makes you feel that you deserve to give me advice."

The voice was so loud that it even attracted the attention of outsiders.

Originally, because of Lexi's affairs, Hank was annoyed enough.

Now that he kindly reminds Horsted that he has even exposed his shortcomings, Hank becomes irritated.

"Bang!"

He reached out and gave him a sharp push, pushing Horstead back a few steps while shouting:

"Watch your attitude, Detective."

"I'm trying to keep you out of trouble, what are you trying to do, challenge me?"

Hank waved his hand vigorously and roared:

"What made you a complete idiot?"

Under the angry reprimand, Horstead's hot head quickly calmed down, and he regretted what he had just said.

Looking at Hank's angry eyes, he had no choice but to say what he had discovered:

"I suspect Lonnie Rodiger is planning something."

He replied, "I think Lonnie will kill another child." ”

"Hand over to the Homicide Squad." Hank suppresses his anger:

"I'm sure you have their phone number, just leave it to them."

"But."

Horstead wanted to argue about something.

"No, but."

Hank interrupted him with a vigorous wave of his hand, "You idiot. ”

"You've been targeted by the Home Office, you know?"

"There's only so much I can remind you."

"If you don't pay attention, you will bear the consequences."

The words have been reminded so clearly, if you don't listen, you can't do anything about it.

Hosted's attitude just now also annoyed Hank, and he opened the door with a blank face.

"Thank you." After all, Hoststed wasn't a bad guy, and he silently thanked him and walked out of the office.

He just shook his head at Erin and Antonio's concerned gazes.

In the evening, Sumner hesitated, but knocked on the door of the sheriff's office.

Once you get a response, unscrew the door lock.

"What's the matter?"

Hank, who was sitting in his office chair studying the case file, glanced at Sumner and looked down.

Closing the door, Sumner looked serious:

"I know what you're thinking."

"But I'm telling you, I'm not from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, I don't work for them."

She pulled out a chair and sat down: "You can not admire me." ”

"But you don't use me, it's your loss."

"You're confident."

Hank threw the file on the table and clasped his hands together: "It's just that the patience is a little worse." ”

"I'm not only confident, but also capable."

Sumner said, "I'm a good detective, I've proven it, and I'll continue to prove it to you." ”

"If I find out that you work for the Ministry of Internal Affairs." Hank said coldly, "I will not hesitate to drive you away as soon as possible." ”

"Fair enough, I accept it."

Sumner leaned forward and held out his arm to Hank.

The latter hesitated for a moment, but shook hands with her.

What Sumner did today is indeed a testament to her ability, and Hank still appreciates it.

"Then I won't bother."

Sumner let go of his hand, got up and walked outside.

This was the first time that the head of the department shook hands with her since she came to the intelligence group, and also expressed her acceptance.

She couldn't hold back her joy, and her steps became relaxed.

(End of chapter)