Chapter 604

Who is this person?

Director Dale’s mind immediately conjured up a figure: Lance.

But he quickly dismissed it himself, because of Ponda standing outside.

Ponda was a star agent in the Bureau of Hazardous Materials, most known for being “anti-Lance.”

Of the various smuggling and liquor trafficking cases he had cracked, 60 to 70 percent came from the Lance Family.

He had also been threatened and warned many times, but he never stopped.

It was said that he had even been shot at once but had luckily escaped.

In short, anyone could have conspired with Lance, but Ponda was the one exception. The number of Lance Family gang members Ponda had personally sent to prison was probably in the dozens.

If Lance had thrown some money to help him establish this “feeling,” Director Dale believed it was possible.

But with so many people sent to prison by him personally, and the people of the Lance Family hating him to the bone, how could they possibly have any connection with Ponda?

If it wasn’t Lance, then who could it be?

Many faces appeared in his mind. Who was most likely to have contact with Ponda, and at the same time need to see him secretly?

Why did he need to be secretive?

At this moment, an unprecedented storm was raging in Director Dale’s mind!

When the storm swept everything away, it left an answer.

James…

Or rather, Councilman Williams!

This was Dale’s judgment. He felt he was close to the truth.

Lance had expanded too quickly, already showing signs of being out of control. He now had connections with the Department of Defense and deeper contact with Congress. Councilman Williams could no longer suppress him.

After Councilman Williams takes office, who listens to whom will become a problem, and may even cause a dispute, making the pair stand in opposition.

Thinking of this, Dale relaxed a little, and at the same time, he was thinking about his own future.

He also wanted to advance. Who doesn’t want to advance?

Councilman Wade wanted to advance, so he moved his entire family.

Councilman Williams wanted to advance, so he took the initiative to stand up and “take responsibility” when the opportunity arose.

Even that honest man Ponda at the door, he also fucking wanted to advance.

Then, as the head of an important law enforcement agency, having seen the scenery from the top of the mountain, he also wanted to advance.

But he couldn’t just kneel down so readily. Things that are too easily obtained are not cherished. Although it was not quite appropriate to use it here, he still planned to ask.

“What if… I say no?”

The figure in the shadows opposite him placed a… beautiful handgun of a brand he didn’t know on the table. Through the golden mirror-like surface, he had an illusion that he himself couldn’t quite believe.

Is this a fucking gold gun?

So luxurious?

The man said with a smile, “Then today will be the day you become a federal hero. All the Bureaus of Hazardous Materials in the Federation will mourn for you and take you as an example, although they may not think so in their hearts.”

“Your subordinate discovered an illegal transaction. You were worried that he couldn’t handle it well and came to the scene yourself.”

“As a result, your carelessness exposed you. You had a fierce firefight with the criminals. During the firefight, you were shot and killed.”

“Ponda will inherit your last wish and, after a period of time, will solve the entire case, destroying a whole smuggling and criminal group. He will also become a hero.”

“And he will also inherit your power and become the director of the Golden Port City Bureau of Hazardous Materials, a young director.”

Although Director Dale would not choose this option, he still couldn’t help but tremble after hearing these words.

Fear was a part of it, but more of it was anger.

The figure in the shadows in front of him was discussing how to murder him in his presence, and then use him to make a story, to promote Ponda to a higher position. This was too hateful!

He clenched his fists. “Sounds terrible.”

The person opposite him laughed a couple of times. “For you, it certainly is.”

What followed was a short period of calm. Director Dale could only choose the only option, and at the same time, he became somewhat relieved, somewhat relaxed.

“What do you want me to do?”

“And what can I do?”

Lance, in the shadows, could feel his emotional change, an inexplicable relaxation, which made Lance a little confused. Why did he suddenly relax?

But he wasn’t very concerned, because Director Dale had already made his decision.

“I will arrange a big case for you. With this case, both you and Ponda may have a chance to move up.”

“The State Prohibition Committee, I don’t know anyone there, but I believe you do. You find a way to smooth things over. I can give you some help when necessary.”

“You pursue the progress you want, and at the same time, give Ponda the progress he wants.”

“What do you think?”

Director Dale was already very relaxed. He even took out a pack of cigarettes. “Sounds good. Want one?”

The shadow opposite him shook his head. “No, thank you.”

Director Dale lit one for himself and took a puff. “We are now partners.”

The man nodded and said, “Yes, you could say that.”

Director Dale asked, “Then why don’t you let me know who you are?”

“We are already partners. You can see me, but I can’t see you.”

He was ready, and even planned to call out “Mr. Williams” if the other party was unwilling to reveal himself.

Whether it was Councilman Williams or James, calling them that was no problem, very respectful and reverent.

However, before he could do so, the person opposite him clapped his hands, and the main lights in the warehouse suddenly came on.

He squinted at Lance sitting opposite him, and his mind buzzed for a moment, losing the ability to process information.

He had considered that it might be Lance, but also thought that the most impossible person was also Lance. But as it turned out, it really was Lance.

There were also several people standing in the warehouse. They were all Lance’s subordinates, holding weapons.

If he had made a slightly wrong move just now, he would have “died in the line of duty.”

A drop of sweat trickled down his forehead. His tone became nervous again. “Why is it you!”

Lance was also a little puzzled by Director Dale’s constantly changing emotions, but he still replied with a half-smile, “Why can’t it be me?”

The warehouse door at the entrance was opened, and Ponda walked in from outside, standing behind Lance.

Director Dale’s gaze constantly shifted back and forth between the two. “You… how can you be on the same side?”

“Fuck!”

“No wonder you can always catch his men!”

“But…” his brain was about to burn out!

Lance didn’t mind explaining a few words. “Those brothers who are in prison, the longest will be out in three years, and the shortest will be out in half a year or a year.”

“For them, this is actually a kind of further study, a way to show their loyalty to the family.”

Dale listened as if he were listening to a story. His voice became a little shrill. “Are you fucking using this to test those people?”

Lance raised his hand and wagged his finger. “No, not a test, but training.”

“I don’t like the word ‘test,’ and I never test anyone. Every young man who is selected will improve after they come out. Some can even become captains directly.”

“That’s a university, Dale.”

“In there, they will learn how to deal with the police, how to deal with you, how to deal with gangs, and everything.”

“So… do you have any other questions?”

Dale didn’t speak anymore. The result was beyond his expectations, and he was a little upset.

Lance tilted his head and glanced at a young man standing next to him. The latter came to the table between the two with a briefcase and then placed it on it.

“There’s a hundred thousand in here. Take it and bribe those people from the State Prohibition Committee. I believe there will always be someone who is willing to take this money.”

“Get on good terms with them, and then wait for the big case to come.”

Things had developed to this point. Although it was beyond Dale’s expectations, it was still within his acceptable range.

He did not refuse the money when he decided to seize this opportunity to get ahead.

It could even be said that at this moment, he was more composed and calm than before.

Because the role Lance could play was something Councilman Williams couldn’t. At least Lance could talk to Congress and even fucking knew people in the Department of Defense!

He nodded, and at the same time asked with some curiosity, “The answer you mentioned, is it to create a big case?”

Lance shook his head. “No, that’s too much of a waste of money.”

“The underworld of Golden Port City has been unified. I don’t want to waste any more money. So this time, our target is the smuggling group.”

“They smuggle a large amount of liquor into the Federation from Yalan and other places, which seriously violates the policy of Prohibition. For this kind of illegal act, we need to give a severe blow.”

“Maybe we can catch one or two smuggling ships, and at the same time catch a small handle for the gentlemen of Congress…”

Dale was not a fool. His mind quickly started to turn. “You’re saying, Congress has ideas about Yalan.”

Lance didn’t know if they had ideas or not, but the environment in Yalan was very good. Those damn natives didn’t even need to grow crops. When they were hungry, they could go for a walk in the jungle and bring back a lot of food.

Wild fruits, wild animals, rich products, and also rich mineral resources, and other things.

To leave such a rich piece of land there and not use it is a crime. It just so happens that this is a good excuse, an excuse to crack down on the crime of smuggling liquor and send troops to Yalan.

Although Lance didn’t answer, Dale continued to think along this line of thought. He vaguely felt that maybe he could really take this opportunity to move up.

Thinking of this, the little bit of dissatisfaction with Lance quickly dissipated, and his heart was full of the desire and impulse to climb up.

Lance, seeing him get into character, stood up. “Let’s leave it at that for now. Wait for my news.”

He walked towards the outside. As he passed by Director Dale, he paused slightly and pressed his hand on his shoulder. “Do a good job. I have high hopes for you.”

(End of a Chapter)