Chapter 81: A criminal who surrendered voluntarily because of Lynn Hall?
Could a single sentence make Hank Rogins release those 23 hostages?
This seemed absurd, but in reality, there was a reason.
If Hank Rogins merely wanted to avenge his son, a gun would have been enough.
He had already proven this by killing so many police officers.
However, he didn't choose to seek direct revenge; instead, he kidnapped 23 hostages and then demanded through the internet that the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Mayor reopen the investigation into his son's case from seven years ago.
This indicated that he wasn't just seeking simple revenge; he wanted to uproot the family responsible for his son's death and also apprehend all those who had protected the murderer back then.
This was also the reason Lynn said it was “interesting” after seeing his profile in the office.
After all, no matter how capable he was, he could never achieve this alone.
But the Federal Bureau of Investigation could easily do it!
Lynn had always been precise in his understanding of human nature, so when he saw Hank Rogins specifically name the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the video, he immediately understood his intentions!
This was also why Lynn, with just one sentence, could make Hank Rogins reveal the location where the hostages were hidden.
Now, Hank Rogins’s “sincerity” had been shown; next, it was Lynn’s turn!
Lynn believed that if he chose to continue pursuing Hank Rogins at this moment, he would absolutely be capable of kidnapping 23 more people!
So, when he saw the text message from Joey, confirming Hank Rogins’s location through video tracking.
Lynn did not choose to go directly to arrest him; instead, he personally led the team to rescue the 23 hostages.
Regardless of whether this was Hank Rogins testing him, Lynn was prepared to use this opportunity to let those above know his capabilities and influence in New York City.
After all, to earn the trust of a heinous criminal, and even make such a criminal release hostages and surrender voluntarily with just one sentence.
No one in the history of the Federal Bureau of Investigation had ever achieved this!
Half an hour later, outside the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation Building.
A group of reporters were already waiting outside the Federal Bureau of Investigation Building, and when they saw several Chevrolets park and Lynn step out of the car.
All the reporters immediately swarmed around him.
“Mr. Lynn, can the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation rescue the 23 hostages from Hank Wiggins?”
“Mr. Hall, the criminal only gave the Federal Bureau of Investigation three days. Do you have any plans?”
“When will the investigation results of the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident be released to the public?”
“The Mayor of New York said this case had an extremely negative impact, and he would never tolerate the criminal, ensuring the hostages would be rescued. Mr. Lynn, what are your thoughts on the Mayor’s statement?”
Facing the reporters’ incessant questions, Lynn raised his hand, signaling them to quiet down.
Once all the reporters were silent, Lynn began, “First, the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident investigation has been completed. Afterward, the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation will hold a press conference to announce the investigation results!”
“As for the Hank Wiggins incident that occurred this morning, after six hours of tracking and investigation, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation successfully rescued all 23 hostages.”
As soon as Lynn finished speaking, Shawn opened the car door, and the 23 kidnapped hostages stepped out of the car.
Some of these rescued hostages were crying with relief after their ordeal, while others were still in shock.
But the reporters present could see that they had not sustained any substantial injuries.
“Mr. Lynn, how did you rescue the hostages?”
“Thank God, Mr. Lynn, could you tell us…”
Watching the media once again ask questions vociferously, Lynn again raised his hand to stop them: “Ladies and gentlemen of the press, the hostages have just been rescued and are currently in a state of panic.”
“So now is not the time for questions. The New York Federal Bureau of Investigation will provide answers to relevant questions later.”
“But for now, please allow them to receive counseling from a Doctor.”
Hearing Lynn say this, although the excited reporters still had a lot of questions they wanted to ask, they all moved aside.
“Thank you for your cooperation!”
Nodding to the reporters, Lynn gave Shawn a look, then led his people into the New York Federal Building!
Inside the building!
Seeing Lynn and his group enter the building amidst the flashing lights of cameras.
Barbara snapped her fingers and said to Joey, “Done!”
“Are you sure these media outlets will lavish praise on the boss?”
“Of course.”
Facing Joey’s question, Barbara smiled and said, “The media outlets qualified to receive my messages and stand in front of the New York Federal Building to interview the boss have always taken a stance of praising him.”
“Besides, I know all their chief editors, and I even asked Alice to help me investigate these newspaper and radio station chief editors or executives.”
“Believe me, if they dare to say one bad word about the boss in their reports, then within two hours, these chief editors and radio station executives will be arrested for various well-documented illegal activities.”
Hearing Barbara say this, Joey looked at her in surprise and said, “Barbara, you’re growing so fast. No wonder the boss refused Alice’s request and kept you by his side.”
Facing Joey’s praise, Barbara said somewhat proudly, “Of course, I was rescued from the mud by the boss. I can only help the boss and be qualified to stay by his side if I keep improving.”
“Otherwise, did you think I would only spread my legs or kneel before the boss to show the softness of my tongue?”
Looking at the proud Barbara, Joey gave a thumbs up.
“What are you talking about?”
Back in the office, looking at Joey and Barbara, Lynn asked with a smile.
“Boss, I really want to improve!”
Leaning close to Lynn, Joey chuckled.
“Hmm?”
Hearing Joey say this, Lynn pushed her away: “Stay away from me. If Alice sees us, she’ll think I’m trying to steal her girlfriend.”
“Especially since you haven’t let Alice into bed these days. Besides, you want to improve? What, are you coveting my position as Director?”
“Not really.”
Hearing Lynn’s joke, Joey laughed, “I just didn’t expect Barbara to improve so much.”
With that, Joey recounted the whole story to Lynn.
Listening to Joey’s narration, Lynn smiled.
Regarding Barbara’s “evolution,” Lynn actually knew better than anyone.
He even personally taught her some things because he could clearly feel her strong desire to stay by his side.
So he had never mistreated her.
This was evident from the fact that in the few months she had been with him, he had paid in full for an apartment for her father.
Inside the interrogation room.
“Mr. Hall, I’m really not Hank Rogins’s accomplice. The reason I helped him was because he held 23 hostages and threatened me to help him upload the video bypassing YouTube’s network censorship.”
“And I don’t know why he came to me, but please believe me, I truly have nothing to do with him.”
Watching Skye explain tirelessly, Lynn closed the file in his hand, then pushed a bottle of Water towards her with a smile: “Don’t worry, Ms. Skye, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation will not wrong any innocent citizen.”
“I’ve already had people investigate the matter, and you indeed have nothing to do with Hank Wiggins.”
“But that video was ultimately uploaded by you using hacking technology, and it caused an extremely negative impact.”
Hearing Lynn say this, Skye, who had originally breathed a sigh of relief, became nervous again: “Mr. Hall, I was forced to. He threatened to kill the hostages if I didn’t do it.”
Looking at the anxiously explaining Skye, Lynn smiled and waved his hand, signaling her not to be nervous: “I know you were also coerced, so Ms. Skye, I’ve decided not to press any charges against you.”
Breathing a long sigh of relief, Skye looked at Lynn and said, “Thank you. May I know when I can leave?”
【Skye / Daisy Johnson Affection: 2】
As her voice fell, Skye’s stomach rumbled.
“You can leave anytime.”
Hearing Skye’s stomach rumble, Lynn stood up and smiled: “I always like to be kind to people, Ms. Skye. It’s 5:30 PM now, and if you want to have dinner at the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation before leaving, that’s fine!”
“Our Federal Bureau of Investigation’s dinner is quite good. Oh, and by the way, your van has also been brought back, you can drive it when you leave.”
“Thank you, Mr. Hall. Dinner is fine, but may I know how you found me?”
At this point, Skye quickly explained, “I don’t mean anything else, I’m just very curious, after all…”
Skye was very curious about how Lynn could find her directly.
After all, it had been less than ten hours since the video was uploaded, and with her hacking skills, she should have been able to evade detection.
But the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation was able to find her in such a short time, which was a bit…
“You uploaded the video using a computer. Although your hacking skills are quite good, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation’s information department is clearly stronger!”
After speaking, Lynn turned and left.
Skye is the future Quake, but she clearly hasn’t awakened her Inhumans abilities yet.
So Lynn didn’t plan to get entangled with her; leaving a good impression was enough, and they could talk more once she gained her abilities in the future.
Besides, Lynn had left a hook!
Indeed, hearing Lynn say that the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation’s information department was more skilled, Skye was clearly a bit unconvinced.
However, she didn't refute but instead stood up and left directly.
7 PM, Washington.
“I didn’t expect Lynn Hall to rescue the 23 hostages in just a few hours, Director. Lynn’s capability and his control over New York City are truly astonishing.”
Looking at Jeff Russell, who was staring at the television, Deputy Director Laurent Conley said with a chuckle.
“Yes, young people nowadays are becoming more and more capable. Back then, we didn’t have such great abilities.”
Hearing Laurent’s words, Jeff Russell held his wine glass and said, “I thought this unexpected incident would make me face various questions from the media when I went to New York City to announce the Lizardmen Incident investigation results.”
“I didn’t expect him to rescue the hostages so quickly.”
Turning his head to look at Laurent, Jeff Russell said in a deep voice, “What do you think about those voices within the Department of Justice?”
“It’s simple, Director. Capable people rise, and incapable people fall. Although a 24-year-old Federal Bureau of Investigation branch Deputy Director is somewhat unheard of.”
“But New York City is, after all, the largest city in the U.S., and the Department of Justice needs someone capable and resourceful to control it for us.”
“Most importantly, Lynn Hall’s background is very clean. Aside from his adoptive father being the Director of the New York Police Department, there are no old political families interfering behind him.”
At this point, Laurent Conley said earnestly, “Director, there are factions within the Department of Justice, and likewise within the Federal Bureau of Investigation. If Lynn can control the Federal Bureau of Investigation in New York City, the largest city in the U.S., in the future.”
“Then with his clean background…”
Hearing Laurent Conley stop mid-sentence, Jeff Russell nodded.
Indeed, he knew George Stacy. He had no political aspirations; the only reason he became the Director of the New York Police Department was purely based on his own abilities and many years of meritorious service.
Lynn Hall, who was raised by him, was also like him; at 24, he could reach this position, relying on his own ability and contributions.
A subordinate with such ability and a simple background, without the help of a political family, is indeed the favorite subordinate of every high-ranking official.
Moreover, being young at this time is an advantage!
After all, being young means being easy to control!
"My only concern now is whether he will truly be capable of controlling New York in the future, after all..."
Before Jeff Russell could finish speaking, a news flash suddenly appeared on the television.
"We have just received a video from an anonymous email, and the video shows the process of New York Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Lynn Hall rescuing hostages!"
After the host finished speaking, the video began to play.
Inside the frame, Lynn Hall pulled open the car door, and Skye, whose face was pixelated, instinctively clenched her fists in a defensive posture.
However, Lynn ignored her and directly urged Hank Rogins, who was on a video call, to surrender.
Seeing this scene, Jeff Russell looked at the television curiously.
When he saw that Lynn, with just one sentence, "I am Lynn Hall," made Hank Rogins voluntarily reveal the hostage's hiding place.
Jeff Russell was also a little surprised.
"Director, as you can see, this young man Lynn's integrity and ability have not only gained the trust of New York citizens, but even such heinous criminals trust his character!"
"With such a person in charge of New York, I don't think anyone would be unconvinced."
Watching the video finish playing, Jeff Russell also nodded slightly: "Young people nowadays are indeed getting more and more impressive!"
Hearing this sentence repeated once again, Laurent Conley laughed.
Obviously, the Director's second sigh was different from the first.
It seems the Director has made a decision!
"Who can tell me if this is really true? Lynn, with just one sentence, made the murderer who killed so many police officers voluntarily reveal the hostage's hiding place?"
"My goodness, this feels even more spine-tingling than a Hollywood movie plot."
"One sentence, 23 hostages rescued, even criminals trust Lynn Hall's character, he truly is our hero!"
"FUXX the government, FUXX the President, thankfully we in New York have Lynn Hall!"
As the video spread, in just one night, the video of Lynn making the criminal voluntarily release 23 hostages with just one sentence exceeded ten million views!
A large number of positive praises for Lynn Hall appeared online.
"I can't believe it, Lynn actually made the criminal reveal the address where the hostages were hidden with just one sentence? How do I find this so absurd?"
Looking at the broadcast on the television, Tony Stark turned to Pepper and said, "Lynn is clearly the kind of person who likes to drink fine wine and take the longest-legged, prettiest girls from parties."
"And last time he even slept with two singers, which made those two singers break up with their boyfriends after they went back, so..."
Hearing Tony say that, Pepper shrugged and said, "If you were in danger, who would you call for help first?"
"Of course, FUXX!"
After cursing, Tony Stark laughed: "Alright, I admit I'm a little bit jealous of him, hmm, at most 13% jealous."
"Pepper, what was I doing when I was 24? If I had become an FBI agent back then, the FBI couldn't afford my salary!"
"Alright, you keep being jealous, I have to go to the company."
Picking up her bag and getting up to leave, Pepper had only walked a few steps before turning around and saying, "You are not allowed to invite those models for beauty parties anymore, not even if they are specifically for Lynn!"
Hearing Pepper say that, Tony spread his hands: "Ever since I've been with you, I haven't touched another woman, I promise!"
After Pepper left, Tony said, "Jarvis, did you find all the long-legged Hollywood beauties I asked you to filter last time?"
"Sir, weren't you just jealous of Mr. Lynn?"
"Come on, Jarvis, I'm Tony Stark, how could I be jealous of my friend?"
Turning off the television and getting up from the sofa, Tony Stark walked towards the laboratory, saying, "Lynn is my friend, I just want to add some fun to his boring life."
"But I think this is your mischievousness, wanting to ruin Mr. Lynn's upright and magnificent image!"
"This is just friendly banter, who told him to record a video of me making a fool of myself when I was drunk last time?"
At the same time, Columbia University!
"Martin Johnson, I am an FBI agent, we suspect you are involved in a murder case seven years ago, so please cooperate with our investigation!"
Looking at the 23-year-old young man in front of him, Sean showed his badge and arrested him without hesitation.
"FUXX, you can't treat me so roughly, I'm from the Johnson family, my father is the Deputy Mayor of New York City!"
Martin Johnson, handcuffed, struggled constantly, and Sean punched him hard in the stomach.
Looking at Martin Johnson, who was in pain and slumped over the car hood, Sean said coldly, "Don't even mention a Deputy Mayor, even if your father is the Vice President, I don't care!"
After handcuffing him, Sean directly pushed him into the car, then drove away from Columbia University.
Half an hour later, in the Federal Bureau of Investigation interrogation room.
"According to our investigation, seven years ago you accidentally killed your classmate Erwin Rogins in an 'accident'."
"Due to your minor status and your mental illness, the judge acquitted you."
Looking at Martin Johnson in front of him, Lynn asked with a smile, "How come I don't see that you have a mental illness?"
"Let me out of here, damn it, the court already acquitted me back then, why are you FBI agents arresting me?"
"I want to see my family lawyer, I want to call my dad!"
Looking at the obviously spoiled guy in front of him, Lynn smiled, "I just like young people like you who are unwilling to cooperate!"
"FUXX, let me go quickly, otherwise..."
Before Martin Johnson could finish speaking, Sean grabbed his head and pressed it hard onto the interrogation table.
"Bang!"
After a loud bang, blood streamed down Martin Johnson's forehead.
"Kid, you better clean up your mouth when you talk to our boss, or I'll pull out your teeth one by one!"
"Tsk, Sean, don't be so rough!"
Watching Sean press Martin Johnson's head, Lynn smiled, "His father is one of the Deputy Mayors, after all, we should give him preferential treatment."
"Look, his head is bleeding, hurry up and wipe it for him, what if his old man complains about us?"
Hearing his boss say that, Sean immediately patted his own head: "It was indeed too rough of me, I actually forgot his identity."
With that, Sean immediately turned and left the interrogation room.
As Sean left, Martin Johnson shook his head, watching the blood dripping.
Then he looked at Lynn with anger in his eyes and said, "Damn it, I will definitely complain about you, I will definitely report you for using—"
Before he could finish speaking, Sean walked in carrying a basin of water and some paper.
"What do you want to do? FUXX, you can't do this, I am—"
Before Martin Johnson could finish speaking, Sean immediately grabbed his hair, tilting his head back, then took a piece of paper and soaked it in water.
"Look, it's bleeding, wipe it quickly!"
After speaking, he directly placed the wet paper on Martin's head.
"Mmm mmm mmm"
Watching Martin Johnson kick his legs and struggle with all his might, Sean once again took a piece of paper and put it in the water: "Don't move, I'm washing your face."
"Just like seven years ago, you pressed Erwin Rogins's face into the water to wash it."
As several pieces of paper were placed on his face, Martin Johnson's struggles became more and more intense.
"Boss, he peed!"
Looking at the dripping water stains from Martin's crotch, Sean tore off the papers and smiled at Lynn.
"That's really disgusting."
Getting up from the chair, Lynn said to Sean, "Five minutes, I want to know everything."
"The Department of Justice Director is coming to New York soon, Sean, we don't have much time!"
"Understood!"
Hearing Lynn's words, Sean immediately nodded.
After Lynn left the interrogation room, Sean picked up the paper and looked at Martin, who was gasping for breath, and smiled, "There are still five minutes, so don't rush, we'll take our time!"
New York City Hall, in Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson's office.
"Have our people still not found Hank Rogins's hiding place?"
Looking at the assistant in front of him, Derek Johnson asked with a frown.
"Sir, ever since the video spread online, he's been in hiding. I had people monitor his family, but he hasn't contacted his ex-wife or parents."
"And this case has been taken over by the FBI, so our people..."
"Then think of other ways, if it really doesn't work, use his family... Forget it, once we threaten him with his family, it will definitely alert the FBI!"
At this point, Derek Johnson cursed in a low voice, "Damn it, if I had known this would happen, I should have arranged for someone to kill him in prison!"
As he was speaking, Derek's phone rang.
After answering the phone, Derek frowned tightly: "Don't panic, I know, I'll handle it!"
Hanging up the phone, Derek Johnson looked at his assistant and said, "Martin has been taken away by the FBI and is currently being interrogated. Immediately contact a lawyer and a Doctor to find a way to bail Martin out due to illness!"
"But sir, the FBI..."
"You don't have to worry about that. I'll contact James Duke, he's the Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation."
"Go do it, and also tell Vincent to quickly find Hank Wiggins's whereabouts. Tell him not to forget that he handled the case seven years ago, and make him think about how he went from Police Chief to Bronx Deputy Director!"
Hearing Derek's words, the assistant nodded.
After the assistant left, Derek Johnson took out his phone and called James Duke.
New York Federal Bureau of Investigation.
After hanging up the phone, James Duke casually tossed the phone onto the table.
James Duke did not care about Deputy Mayor Derek's request.
"Has Ophelia's Cyborg experiment been successful? If so, you go and take a look for me."
"Understood!"
Hearing Duke's instruction, the secretary nodded: "Vampires in Eastern Europe have been attacked by the Bloodstone family. They have sent us a request for help, sir, should we provide support?"
"If they can't even deal with a girl, then they have no value in existing!"
"Yes!"
After receiving the instruction, the secretary got up and walked out.
Inside the interrogation room.
"This is the third time your phone has rung!"
Looking at Vincent Conley in front of him, Lynn said, "Are you sure you're not going to answer? That's the Deputy Mayor's assistant, maybe he has something important to tell you!"
Listening to Lynn's playful tone, Vincent felt a little uneasy, but on the surface, he still appeared extremely calm.
"Mr. Hall, the case of Martin Johnson accidentally killing Erwin Rogins seven years ago was indeed handled by me."
"But..."
"Don't worry, we're not talking about that today."
Waving his hand, stopping Vincent from speaking, Lynn tapped the file on the interrogation table and said, "Let's talk about you."
“You’ve been a police officer for twenty years, haven’t you? For the first thirteen years, you were unknown, slowly rising to Sergeant. But in the short seven years after that, you were promoted all the way from Sergeant to Deputy Director of Bronx.”
“Mr. Vincent, can you tell me how you did it?”
Facing Lynn’s inquiry, Vincent said, “Mr. Hall, aren’t you only 24 years old, and already the Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation?”
“Although I don’t have abilities as strong as yours, my luck has been pretty good. Starting from that sensational dismemberment case six years ago, I’ve successively solved many major cases!”
Hearing Vincent’s words, Lynn nodded and said, “Indeed. Even our Federal Bureau of Investigation didn’t find any clues in that dismemberment case six years ago. I didn’t expect you and your team to solve it.”
“Although the culprit mysteriously committed suicide in the detention room on the third day after he was caught!”
At this point, Lynn pulled out a document from the file and placed it in front of Vincent: “Then how do you explain your wife’s overseas account? An ordinary salaried worker, yet there are over three million euros in an overseas account.”
“This is probably a salary that neither of you could earn in a lifetime. Also, we found that you actually have connections with New York gangs.”
“You have repeatedly used your position to provide them with a lot of help.”
“Your daughter also once drove under the influence of drugs after a high school party and killed three people, but she faced no responsibility whatsoever.”
“Additionally…”
Listening to Lynn Hall recount everything he had done over the years, one by one.
Vincent Conley’s expression grew increasingly grim.
Lynn was speaking when Alice knocked and entered.
Placing the interrogation transcript in front of Lynn, Alice whispered something in Lynn’s ear.
Lynn nodded, indicating he understood. After Alice left, Lynn threw the transcript to Vincent.
“Take a look yourself!”
Picking up the interrogation transcript and glancing at it, just one look, and sweat broke out on Vincent’s forehead.
Inside were the confessions of his most trusted subordinates, and evidence of him using his power to help those gangs smuggle goods.
There was even evidence of his daughter’s mental illness, forged by a Doctor, after she drove under the influence of drugs in high school and killed people.
With all these charges combined, he would likely spend the rest of his life in prison.
Not only him, but even his family would not escape imprisonment!
Looking at Vincent, who was now drenched in sweat, Lynn asked, “Seven years ago, was it you who destroyed the evidence and files regarding Martin Johnson’s murder of Elvin Rogins?”
Hearing Lynn’s words, Vincent, somewhat dejectedly, put down the evidence in his hand and said, “Catching just me is enough. Can you let my wife and daughter go?”
“That depends on your performance. If the prey we catch this time isn’t big enough, and doesn’t satisfy me, then this evidence will play a decisive role!”
“Seven years ago, Martin Johnson deliberately murdered Elvin Rogins. At that time, I was still a Sergeant. After we received the report, we immediately apprehended Martin.”
Taking a deep breath, Vincent leaned back in his chair as if drained of spirit: “But as soon as Martin was apprehended, his father, Derek Johnson, the current Deputy Mayor of New York, came to find me.”
“I know all this. Tell me something I don’t know!”
Looking at Vincent, Lynn exhaled a puff of smoke and said.
“I personally destroyed all the evidence and files related to Martin Johnson. All of this was instigated by Derek Johnson. I left evidence when I met him at that time.”
“I was worried that after I did his bidding, he wouldn’t fulfill his promise, or that he would move against me.”
“Including his plot to imprison Hank Rogins, I have evidence for all of this, hidden in a safe in my Underground Room!”
“Additionally, I only took a small amount of money. The one truly helping those gangs smuggle vehicles and drugs is Derek Johnson.”
“In these seven years, I only profited over three million euros from it, but the Johnson family profited at least ten times more!”
“And the Johnson family, an old political family, is also involved in human trafficking to Eastern Europe.”
“The Johnson family’s campaign funds are ostensibly from donations, but in reality, they are their own money!”
Listening to Vincent Conley’s confession, even Lynn was somewhat surprised.
He knew that old political families like the Johnson family must have many shady dealings behind the scenes.
But he didn’t expect that the Johnson family was involved in businesses like smuggling, drug trafficking, and human trafficking!
“Do you have conclusive evidence for all of this?”
“Yes!”
Facing Lynn’s inquiry, Vincent Conley nodded: “I have records of every business I participated in, and most of the missing person cases in Bronx over these seven years were abductions carried out by the Johnson family through me!”
Hearing Vincent say this, Lynn nodded.
Getting up to leave the interrogation room, he heard Vincent Conley ask, “You promised that as long as I expose him, you wouldn’t pursue my wife and daughter!”
Watching Lynn leave, Vincent shouted, “You must keep your word!”
Outside the interrogation room.
“Boss, are you really letting Vincent’s wife and daughter go? They’ve done a lot of illegal things over the years using Vincent Conley’s identity.”
Facing Barbara’s question, Lynn merely glanced at her.
“Hehe, I knew it!”
Following beside Lynn, Barbara’s face was full of smiles.
City Hall.
“What did you say? Lynn Hall actually detained our family’s lawyer?”
Listening to the news coming from the phone, Derek Johnson frowned and hung up: “FUXX!”
After cursing, Derek looked at his assistant and asked, “Has there been any news from Vincent?”
“Sir, Vincent’s phone is unreachable. I contacted the Bronx Police Department and found that he’s not in his office either.”
“And even his wife and daughter can’t reach Vincent!”
Hearing his assistant’s words, a bad premonition immediately arose in Derek’s heart.
To be able to take away a Deputy Director of a New York district police department without anyone knowing.
This must be the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s doing!
“Ian, please arrange a meeting with Director George Stacy for me, just say…”
Before Derek Johnson could finish speaking, the office door was directly pushed open.
“Mr. Derek Johnson, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation suspects you are involved in a murder seven years ago.”
Looking at Lynn Hall, who had suddenly burst in, Derek Johnson realized that things were likely to get troublesome.
“Ian, please tell my family that I won’t be coming home tonight, let them…”
“Sorry, Mr. Derek, I’m afraid your assistant won’t be able to relay messages for you.”
Before Derek Johnson could finish, Lynn smiled and said, “At the same time, I also suspect that your Johnson family is secretly engaged in crimes such as smuggling vehicles, drugs, and human trafficking!”
“Therefore, please cooperate with our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation’s investigation!”
He said “cooperate,” but as soon as Lynn’s words fell, Dennis and others directly stepped forward and pressed Derek Johnson and his assistant onto the desk.
“Tell your men to stop, Lynn, I’m still the Deputy Mayor of New York City. I can go back with you.”
Hearing Derek say this, Lynn, however, smiled and said, “He’s still the Deputy Mayor after all, give him some face!”
As Lynn’s words fell, Dennis and the others immediately took out handcuffs and cuffed him.
“Take him away!”
Turning to leave the office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s actions had now been noticed by people within City Hall.
Many people in City Hall looked over curiously.
“Wait, Mr. Lynn Hall, what crime did Deputy Mayor Derek commit?”
Just as Lynn was leading his men away, another Deputy Mayor, Chris Bell, stepped forward and asked.
“Many crimes, requiring slow investigation. Also, your brooch is very beautiful!”
Looking at the brooch on Chris Bell’s chest, which symbolized HYDRA’s identity, Lynn said with a smile.
Just emerging from City Hall, the media, “having caught wind” of the situation, swarmed forward.
“Lynn, can you tell us what exactly is going on? Why did your Federal Bureau of Investigation arrest the Deputy Mayor of New York?”
“Mr. Hall, is Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson related to the case of Hank Rogins’s uploaded video?”
“Mr. Lynn…”
Looking at the swarming reporters, Lynn said, “Our Federal Bureau of Investigation has obtained sufficient criminal evidence against New York Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson. The specific details will be announced later, along with the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident!”
After speaking, Lynn escorted Derek Johnson away.
“Damn it, can’t your Federal Bureau of Investigation car park a little closer?”
Facing the reporters constantly filming him with handcuffs, Derek Johnson gritted his teeth and said.
“Shh, Mr. Deputy Mayor, you’re not the protagonist today!”
Listening to Derek’s complaints, Lynn said softly.
Before Derek could react to what Lynn meant by that sentence.
The next second, an SUV sped over from the opposite side.
Seeing this, the Federal Bureau of Investigation action team members immediately pulled out their weapons, but Lynn raised his hand to stop them.
After the SUV stopped five meters away from the crowd, a man got out of the car with his hands raised.
“Mr. Lynn Hall, I’m here to surrender myself to you!”
After speaking, the man slowly lay down on the ground, allowing the Federal Bureau of Investigation agents to handcuff him!
Seeing this scene, the media at the scene exploded like a boiling pot, rushing forward to photograph Hank Rogins.
“Mr. Hank Rogins, why did you voluntarily surrender?”
“Was someone forcing you to do this?”
“Excuse me…”
Facing the chattering questions from the reporters, Hank Rogins loudly said, “I chose to voluntarily surrender because of Mr. Lynn Hall.”
“I escaped from prison because I wanted to avenge my son. I didn’t expect Mr. Lynn Hall to arrest Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson despite such immense pressure!”
“I am very grateful for everything he has done for my innocent son, which is why I decided to surrender.”
“Thank you for being willing to stand up for us ordinary citizens, Mr. Hall!”
If it weren’t for the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s control, Hank Rogins would probably have knelt directly on the ground.
Seeing this, Lynn stepped forward and helped him up: “I am the Federal Bureau of Investigation. It is my responsibility to protect the safety of this country and its people!”
Seeing this scene, the media at the scene raised their cameras and began taking photos, while their gazes towards Lynn also changed.
My goodness, a Federal Bureau of Investigation agent can make a heinous criminal voluntarily surrender, what a great headline!
Seeing this, Derek Johnson finally understood what Lynn meant by “you’re not the protagonist today.”
Damn it, this is collusion!
It’s Lynn Hall and that damned Hank Rogins in cahoots!