With the General behind bars, Cain moved to ensure his continued confinement.
He arranged a meeting with the Police Chief Investigator, known for his integrity and incorruptibility.
Or so it seemed.
Cain waited for him outside the police precinct.
When the Chief Investigator emerged, Cain stepped forward, pulling a thick bundle of cash from his coat and tossing it at the man's feet without a word.
The Chief's eyes widened, his face flushing with anger. "What is this?" he demanded, his voice trembling.
"Consider it a bonus," Cain said, his voice cold and menacing. "For services rendered."
The Chief stared at the money, his internal conflict evident.
He knew accepting it would mean betraying his oath, compromising his integrity.
But the promise of a better life, was too strong t
