Chapter 25: On the Brink
Wang Hua's sudden move changed the situation drastically, completely overturning the scenario that had been under the control of the Fengtian Police Bureau.
Xu Zhibin, holding three IDs in his hand, saw this unfolding before him. He looked straight into Wang Hua's eyes and, after a brief moment of hesitation, calmly began, "Comrade, this is just a routine inspection..."
"You should understand that we're just working and following procedures."
"You can put down the weapon in your hand, and we can perhaps discuss this."
Xu Zhibin's response was swift.
Furthermore, he hadn't exposed the fact that their target was "Uncle Hua." From beginning to end, he spoke of capturing a "fugitive."
However, the name "Wang Hua" was clearly not on the list of fugitives.
His words wouldn't really make the criminal release the hostage, but it would establish a subconscious code.
A code that created an illusion of "there might still be hope."
This illusion was crucial in ensuring the safety of the hostage.
It was a linguistic technique taught in criminal investigation courses.