Others showed some signs of interest, after all, it's four million!
If they gave Lance this money, it meant they would have four million less to divide among themselves this year. It's a very simple arithmetic.
"If we can't solve it this time, it's a sign from God. Paying this money again, I think isn't a problem, what do you say?"
A gunner is really not expensive, you can hire one for a few grand, but whether they're useful is another matter.
A more effective one might cost more, but still cheaper than four million in cash.
The board discussed briefly and soon made a decision.
Send someone to assassinate Lance, if successful, they save four million.
If failed, then it shows even God is on Lance's side, so why not give him the four million?
"I agree with this plan!", the President was the first to express his attitude.
Soon the Vice President raised his hand too, "I also think there's no problem..."
