Chapter 135: Secret Weapon: Add Money
[Chapter 136: Secret Weapon: Add Money]
In downtown Los Angeles, at the Parker Center, the LAPD held a commendation ceremony in the plaza in front of its headquarters. Hawke sat dressed formally in a makeshift viewing area.
At that moment, Suzy walked over and sat next to him. Hawke greeted her and asked, "Have they wiped out the Mule Gang?"
"No, in the latest operation, we caught a lot of old mules," Suzy replied simply. "There are still some mule handlers; some returned to Mexico, while others hid deeper."
Hawke didn't need to guess; he knew it was impossible to wipe them out completely. Just a few days ago, Erica mentioned to him that without the threat of criminals, there was no reason for LAPD to exist.
Now, LAPD was constantly demanding increased funding, further expanding their personnel to purchase new vehicles and weaponry. If Los Angeles remained peaceful, there would be no donations, and they wouldn't pass government scrutiny.
At that moment, Brian Ferguson accompanied a middle-aged woman over to their side. The woman had light brown hair, a face vaguely resembling Erica's, and wore a ladies' suit. Brian gave Hawke a nudge.
Hawke guessed this must be Erica's mother.
Suzy stood up to greet her. "Mrs. Ferguson."