While it couldn't directly prove what had occurred inside the abandoned building itself, it gave overwhelming credibility to the rest of Stan's statement.
By the time the call ended, the officers were already strongly inclined to believe him completely.
The Vanguard guards felt much the same.
Quietly, several of them found themselves increasingly impressed by how methodically and professionally the local police handled the investigation.
No rushed assumptions. No emotional accusations.
Just careful verification, evidence gathering, and timeline reconstruction.
"Describe the men," the officer said.
Stan gave a precise account of each of them: their builds, clothing, accents, hairstyles, and distinguishing features.
But the moment he mentioned the red dragon tattoo coiled around the lead man's forearm, the officer's expression changed instantly.
"That tattoo..." he said grimly. "It belongs to the Red Serpents."
The atmosphere inside the room subtly shifted.
