Even though he was merely a pawn, a politician, his interactions with the Bay Area over the years gave him a vague understanding of Director Dale's intentions. He wanted to become independent, and this could be an opportunity to bring both sides together.
No matter if Director Dale could secure his position at the Dangerous Goods Administration after this incident or not, even if he didn't, it didn't mean he was completely without value.
His connections and the phone numbers he knew could prove useful at any moment.
The scene was bustling by now, with large floodlights illuminating the farm buildings as brightly as if it were daytime.
The police had also formed a "search team," looking for any hidden persons in the weeds. Occasionally, a flare shot into the sky, briefly turning the wilderness into daylight.
