Only two Chinese police officers remained in the interrogation room with ine, taking notes, while the others indulged in coffee, French fries, fried chicken, and pizza, enjoying their dinner in the police station lobby.


    Everyone was in high spirits, having sessfully cracked a significant smuggling case involving thetest synthetic contraband, valued at over $10 million.


    They promptly reported the case to the New York City Police Department, and the chief of police called to congratte them. He urged them to finalize the transcript quickly, report the details to the media, and arrange for an additional interview with reporters for a favorable story.


    This was a prime opportunity for the airport police officers to showcase their achievements.


    Excitement buzzed in the air, with even those who were nearing the end of their shifts opting to stay and celebrate with their colleagues.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Among the officers was Jimmy Wayne, the one responsible for injuring ine’s ribs. As he munched on a slice of pizza, he remarked sarcastically, “That Chinese woman is probably done for. Once her transcript is cleared, it will go to the New York City Police Department. By the time she fingers her supplier, they’ll be long gone—those guys are seasoned repeat offenders. We’ll never catch them.”


    Another officer chimed in with a smile, “This woman is implicated in five kilograms of contraband. The judge won’t grant bail. If we can’t catch the mastermind, she’s looking at life without parole.”


    A former colleague added, “Jimmy, you were too harsh earlier. She’s older, and breaking a few ribs could be lethal.”


    Jimmy Wayne shot back, “That son of a b*tch called me her mother! I showed restraint by not clocking her one!”


    The colleague replied seriously, “In the future, try to control yourself. You know how things went down in Minneapolis. It’s wise to be cautious; if herwyer hears about this, they might sue you.”


    With a scoff, Jimmy said, “I doubt she can do anything. She’s Chinese and won’t be able to hire a goodwyer in New York. If ites down to a public defender, I have a thousand ways to silence them.”<fn42fc> Th? link to the orig?n of this information r?sts ?n FindN0vel</fn42fc>


    He continued proudly, “Here’s a tip: people like her often try to project strength to intimidate others. But the more you deal with them, the tougher you should be. Sometimes, a little force is necessary. Once she realizes she’s bitten off more than she can chew, she’ll be aspliant as a puppy! The next time you give her an inch, she’ll be eager to please!”


    Everyone burst intoughter.


    Just then, the door swung open, and a slightly overweight middle-aged man walked in, beaming. “Hey, everyone! My wife and I are at the steakhouse, just ordered a Tomahawk steak. Before I could dig in, I heard you’ve cracked a big case. Amazing job!”


    Upon seeing the sub-director, the officers’ spirits soared even higher.


    One officer eagerly asked, “Director, when is our celebration banquet?”


    The sub-director replied with a smile, “We’ll celebrate after the city police station informs the media and the reporterse for interviews!”


    The crowd erupted in cheers.


    The sub-director then inquired, “Where is the suspect now?”


    Jimmy Wayne quickly responded, “Director, the suspect is in the interrogation room giving her statement.”


    Just then, the sound of screeching brakes pierced the air.


    Everyone turned toward the noise and saw a ck Mercedes-Benz Maybach limousinee to a sudden halt in front of the police station.


    A policeman near the door raised his eyebrows, whistled, and eximed excitedly, “Looks like a big shot has arrived!”