None of them drove off the street where Austin's home was located.
"*! It's the mayor's car!"
Since Zach was asleep, James had to shout out the reason for his sudden acceleration.
Zach's closed eyes opened a crack. When James turned sharply and tried to change lanes, Zach happened to see out of the turning car window. Mayor Anthony controlled the steering wheel gloomily. It seemed that he was about to change lanes and deviate. Head to the direction of the crime scene and chase James' car.
"He's following." Zach still remained calm and informed James.
"I can see it myself!!" James had already completed the turn, stepped on the accelerator, and seemed to intend to use speed to get rid of Mayor Anthony who was following behind.
Zach looked in the rearview mirror and saw that Anthony's car control skills were no worse than James's. Two cars roared and raced on the road, one behind the other...
I don’t know what the passers-by on the street would think if they knew that this was a race that absolutely violated all traffic rules. The two parties, namely their mayor and the star police detective.
Zach didn't know what others thought, but Zach's idea was very simple, "I didn't see the media near Austin's house. How did Anthony know the scene of the case so quickly?"
This is a fact that Zach is unwilling to enter Austin's home and observe from the outside. If Zach had to guess, it would have been Darcy's idea to suppress the news of the case, and to wait until Nenad's party had finished handling the matter before making the case public. This kind of thing should be something we are accustomed to in the Sabbat, and it is something Darcy is good at.
Then, the problem arises. Zach knew that Darcy would not take the initiative to inform Anthony about such a thing. Darcy knew Anthony's attitude towards aliens. The mayor did not regard aliens as lower than humans, nor did he regard aliens as higher than humans. The result of this kind of governance is that Anthony will never care if the vampire's superiority in human society is tainted by a murder.
Darcy will not leak the news. Darcy is the top of the North District Police Department. If he deliberately suppresses the spread of the news, the news will not leak out.
Sure enough, "How do I know!" James continued to press the accelerator irritably.
Zach looked at Anthony following closely in the rearview mirror for a while, and then made a decision, "Stop the car." With that, he had already unbuckled his seat belt.
The action frightened James. If someone else had made an action to get out of the car while James was driving at high speed, James would probably have ignored it, because unless that person was really looking for death, then this action would be the same as a three-year-old kid playing tricks. No need to pay attention.
But Zach is not a three-year-old child, and Zach is not anyone else. If Zach wants to get off the plane, even if James is flying the plane, James is sure that Zach can get off successfully!
The harsh grinding sound was James applying the brakes. Staring at Anthony in the rearview mirror, the mayor's reaction was astonishing, and he slowed down the car almost at the same time!
They are all people with military background. There is nothing to say about their qualities.
The two cars stopped on the side of the road. Zach opened the door, got out of the car, tidied up his appearance first, and looked at Anthony, who also tidied his clothes after getting out of the car. Don't forget, the reason why Anthony and Zach's friendship is so popular Staying on friendship, it was Anthony who refused to become Zach's son... If these two people have the same behavior, it is not surprising, that is Toledo's style at all times, keep grace first.
James was no longer so self-conscious. He got out of the car with a sullen face, then walked around the car, sticking behind Zach almost obscenely and looking at Anthony who was approaching.
Zach knew what James was thinking when he stayed close to him. Zach told Anthony what James was thinking: "The car can't get rid of you, but I can get rid of you. My friend, you are wasting your life." time."
Yes, just like the morning after the last full moon night, as long as Zach started running, Anthony could only stand there in confusion.
James was satisfied that Zach knew what he was thinking, but before he could show it, Zach continued to speak, "You know how I feel about you, wasting your time? I remember I always used to say, ' Ann (Anthony's full name is Ann Anthony), don't waste your time, you can't be young forever... '" As soon as Toretto started, it ended so easily.
Anthony completed the sentence, "'In the blink of an eye, you're just another old human waiting to die.'"
If James knew that he stopped the car to catch up with these two guys...
Zach nodded. This was one of the reasons why Zach once persuaded Anthony to become his descendant, "You remember it clearly."
"Of course, you're rude." Anthony didn't even look at James behind Zach. "Get rid of the unnecessary people." Anthony pointed to his car.
The meaning is obvious enough. James tensed behind Zach.
Zach didn't move, "No." It made James relax a little. He didn't care what Anthony wanted to do after chasing him, but if Anthony got Zach away, it meant that James wouldn't get the answer. Do you think James dares to go to Ford's funeral alone to see what will happen? James dares! But if you dare, you have to be prepared to risk your life, right
Zach rejected Anthony's proposal, but still turned around and pushed James. James' heartbeat against his back was so loud that Zach couldn't concentrate.
Turning around again, Zach looked at Anthony, "Who told you that a case happened here?" This is no longer here, and the racing-like chase has caused the two cars to leave the Noel District. But it is enough that the meaning is obvious.
Only then did Anthony look at James and said, "I am the mayor. I don't have to explain to the civilians how my city's law enforcers have encountered any trouble."
The civilians refer to Zach, and the law enforcers refer to James. The trouble the law enforcers encounter is, haha, a murder.
This is not the first time we have seen Anthony’s power. This is just another textbook proof
Anthony looked at James now and meant, 'My city's law enforcer, why are you with a civilian? '
Tell me, what kind of moral decay can make a law enforcer not stand beside the rulers to solve social problems, but hang out with the civilians at the center of the trouble.
In one sentence, Anthony made James the 'superfluous man' useless.
James's face darkened, he took a few steps back helplessly, then returned to the car with his head lowered, and knocked on the steering wheel twice to vent his anger.
Zach watched James return to the car with a smile on his face. When he looked back at Anthony, he said, "This is the Anthony I'm attracted to~"
The mayor did not answer the deliberately ambiguous words, stared at Zach, and answered Zach's question. It's not that Anthony didn't want to answer Zach, he just didn't want extra people to listen! Now that James is where he belongs, then, Anthony: "Why don't you guess how I got the news."
Guess
This word often appears here with Zach, but anyone who knows Zach a little bit understands that Zach does not 'guess'. All the inferences he makes are based on the information he holds! What Zach has more than others is just his ability to piece together and connect those complicated event lines together!
Since Anthony asked, Zach will do it. Zach started to 'guess', "Your lover, your secretary, Aisela told you."
"you guessed right."
I wonder how Zach 'guessed' it.
Whose blood is left on Aisela’s body? HAMILTON LUXENBRA.
Need to get a little more advanced? Advanced
Why was Grande's halfway house sacrificed and turned into the ghostly state it is now? It's because Aisela took over the position of the Lesenbra clan's internal struggle in the west. In order to protect herself, her bloodline originating from Rutelesenbra, she took the initiative to act as a tool for the Lesenbra clan. , the role that suppresses Grande’s development!
If the 'father-daughter' relationship between Ethela and Hamilton is too thin, it is not enough for Ethela to help Hamilton dig out Grande's foothold in Barton City, which is the relationship between Zach and Anthony. So, is it enough that Aisela, a woman who is accustomed to using dirty political methods to do things, is enough? !
Imagine if Aesera could 'kill' Zach in Barton to prove to the Sabbat how failed the society that Zachary Toledo built in Barton was! How bright is Ethela's own future? No, no, it cannot be described as bright, it is dazzling! She will become the dazzling star of the Sabbat!
In Zach's 'guessing', Aisela doesn't even need to be in the same group as Hamilton. Hamilton may want to win over Aisela through blood relations, but Aisela will not be stupid enough to join Hamilton. It is an anti-social activity! Ethela, all she needs to know is that Hamilton is making Zach uncomfortable, and she will clap her hands and enjoy it!
Zach chuckled lightly, shook his head, and sighed to himself, "Why do the people I value have such a taste in women..."
Zach didn't need to finish, Anthony knew better than Zach what kind of person Aisela was. But for various practical reasons, Anthony was getting involved with this woman. What could Zach do
The real reason here is that Anthony is also using Ethela. Judging from the fact that Anthony is the mayor now and Eisela is just a lover and secretary, Anthony is still the more powerful one in this relationship.
The only one who suffered was Zach.
Zach looked at Anthony, "So, what do you want." The reason Zach asked James to stop the car was not to confirm with Anthony who told him about the murder, but to know what Anthony wanted. Don’t forget that in Zach and Anthony’s relationship, Zach was the one who always gave in, and now, there will be no difference.
Anthony opened his mouth and said, "This time, I want to hear what you want to do."
Unprecedented.
Zach raised his eyebrows, "You want to hear my idea?" There is no need to hide excitement. After many years, this guy, who is already a middle-aged man, is finally willing to listen to the vampire's advice! The young soldier who once faced the threat of death at any time on the battlefield was not moved by the vampire! Now relax! ! Do you know how rare this is?
Anthony instantly dispelled Zach's excitement, "Don't get excited, I just listen, I didn't say I will do what you want."
Well.
Forget it, this is the best treatment Zach can get, "Okay, I guess you already know what Police Darcy thinks?"
"Darcy wants to suppress the whole incident." Anthony glanced in the direction of James' car. James sat quietly in the car without making any movement. "Vampires live in the city and need humans who are willing to work for vampires. . Darcy understands this very well, hum, so I understand that he tried to suppress a vicious crime in my city without telling me." Anthony looked back at Zach, "But I will not forgive him, he is My chief of police, you should find out who he works for."
Anthony's meaning is obvious. Anthony has recorded this account in his notebook. Sooner or later, Darcy will have to choose between loyalty to vampires and loyalty to Barton City!
Zach was not surprised that Anthony would say such a thing. To be honest, if Anthony didn't say such things, Zach wouldn't know this person. Zach did not comment on Anthony's words, but just confirmed that Anthony did not come to chase him on impulse. Now he confirmed that Anthony's understanding of the incident was at the same level as his, "I don't like Darcy's behavior of looking for Nenad first, but I won't blame him for this." Since Anthony has made it clear that he can keep accounts, Zach might as well let Anthony keep a few more entries. Anyway, Zach now knows that these accounts will enter Anthony's secret room in the city government. ! "This time is not like other social cases that you and I, or even James and I, have experienced together. Anthony, in this case, I cannot make up aspects that can explain both alien and human society at the same time."
Anthony frowned, "Because this case is directly against you?" Anthony's question was reasonable, "For other cases caused by alien races, you can pull it off with a superior look and come up with something that everyone is willing or forced to do. As a result of accepting it, now that the matter falls on you, you will do nothing?"
"What do you expect me to do?" Zach also asked. Now is not the time to discuss whether Zach is hypocritical, but, "An innocent human died because of me. I can indeed easily use my vampire ability to kill an innocent human being." The impact of the entire case on human society is minimized, and the city of Barton is given an explanation. But how do you want me to turn the incident around so that I can convince myself that Austin's death has nothing to do with me? You want me to do this kind of flipping ?"
Anthony seemed to be choked. Yes, he seemed to be too accustomed to treating Zach as a Toledo who could do anything. He forgot for a moment that the reason why Zach was still willing to stand here and listen to him at this moment was because Zach was a … a friend whom he recognized.
Anthony was silent for a moment. Observed the surroundings.
After all, they are on the street now, and the mayor still needs to pay attention to the impact. After a brief observation, Anthony did not see any passers-by who were too interested in their conversation, but he noticed some things that he ignored during the car chase.
"Is this the direction to Ford's funeral?" This was not a question. Anthony's eyes were facing the direction of Ford's funeral. Anthony's face darkened, "Esera told me that Hamilton hated vampires and committed human crimes while manipulating Barton." He didn't even give Ethera a clue. Hum, Mayor Barton is playing a very dangerous game. game. Anthony's eyes returned to Zach, "Is the murderer your colleague Ford?"
"Based on everything I know, yes." Same as above, all of Zach's guesses rely on information about events that happened in the city of Barton. And our Zach, inexplicably has that kind of physique. Everything in Barton will find various ways to show it in front of him.
The corners of Anthony's mouth twitched, he shook his head, and turned away, "I remember you used to like that Ford very much."
Zach watched Anthony go back to his car, not talking... and having nothing more to say. The mayor will make his own decision.
Back to James, "Drive."
The drive to Ford continued.