In front of the director's office, Owen knocked on the door.
"Come in"
Owen opened the door and left, "Director, are you looking for me? Oh, Father George, you are here too..."
Only then did Owen realize that Father George was there, but his face didn't look good. Looking at Director Harwell's face, the two had obviously just had a quarrel.
But this is not surprising. The entire police department knows that Father George and Chief Harville have a very good relationship. They were partners when they were young. Father George is also the only one in the police department who dares to go against Chief Harville.
The two almost started quarreling when they disagreed.
Seeing Owen come in, Father George patted him on the shoulder but went out, leaving Owen confused.
"Officer Owen, you are finally here." Director Harville pretended not to see Father George go out and asked Owen to sit down with a smile on his face. "Inviting you here today is to formally inform you that the CTU investigation on you has ended.
, you have no problem at all.”
Owen did not answer the call, but waited for the director's next words. Although he was not a person who was well versed in the world, he could tell that what the director said before was just polite words, and what came next should be the focus.
Seeing that Irving didn't answer, Director Harville showed a hint of embarrassment on his face, but it quickly disappeared. Then he pushed a check in front of Irving, "In addition, in recognition of your bravery in this operation,
The police station has decided to give you a certain cash reward, but of course this will require tax."
Owen looked at the check in front of him in surprise. It was twenty thousand dollars. This was not a small amount of money for Owen. It was almost equal to his three months' salary. When did the police department have such good benefits?
"Of course, we hope you won't make any announcements about this matter, including some details in last night's operation, which may have a negative impact on the police department."
Irving seemed to understand something in an instant and asked: "I want to ask, is there one at McLean too?"
"Of course, we have already sent someone there with the same request."
Irving understood that the 20,000 US dollars was actually hush money. Only Irving and McClain knew many of the details of last night's operation. In fact, it was said that Javier was partly responsible for the failure of his command, but in the end the CTU came in to take the blame for him.
The blame was taken, and the final result was not bad, so no one was pursuing it for the time being. This so-called reward was actually Javier's hope that they would keep this matter in their stomachs.
"Okay, Director, I won't disclose any information to anyone."
Owen naturally put the check into his pocket. He didn't want to be interviewed by any reporters. He could also get a free bonus, which could just be used to buy some clothes for his mother and Amanda. Why not.
Director Harville was also very happy to see Irving on the road, and pushed another piece of paper in front of Irving as if he had just remembered something, "This is from the CTU."
Owen curiously picked up the piece of paper and was shocked to find that it was an offer sent to him by the CTU, inviting him to join the operations department of the CTU Los Angeles branch. It also had the autograph of Director Jack Bauer underneath.
What's going on? Irving looked at Javier, who obviously knew what was on the paper, and explained: "It's like this, even though the CTU people were still investigating you yesterday, Jack Bauer actually appreciates it.
Because of your performance in this incident, he wants to invite you to join the CTU. The previous investigation is just a normal procedure, so you don't need to pay too much attention.
Of course, you can refuse, but I think this is a good opportunity. CTU promises that your salary will be twice what it is now after you go there, and according to their practice, you will get a lot of bonuses after completing important tasks. Moreover, CTU's experience is very good for you.
It will be good for your future career, I think so, you can consider it."
Javier said a few words and then said nothing more. He himself felt a little embarrassed. The chief of the police station actually helped others poach his own corner. It was really embarrassing to say it out. No wonder George had a big quarrel with him just now because of this.
But he also had difficulties. The impact of this incident was very bad. Although they rescued the hostages in the end, it was a no-win result. After all, the bonds worth 500 million and tens of millions of dollars were burned to the ground.
.
CTU has taken such a big blame for him this time. Even if Jack Bauer doesn't care about Javier, he still has to express it, not to mention that Jack Bauer just wants him alone. Javier must try his best to express his attitude.
this matter.
When Irving heard the news, he couldn't believe it. A man like Jack Bauer actually invited him by name to join CTU. It was Jack Bauer. This news was very proud.
As for the CTU's suspicion of him last night, Irving actually understood that it was a normal operation and that he was just being self-respecting. Anyone would have to think twice about his unbelievable explanation.
Think about the thrilling scenes in "24". As a powerful department of the country, the CTU, like the FBI and CIA, is full of mystery and has a natural attraction to people like them.
The reason why he hesitated was that he was a little reluctant to let go of Father George and all the good brothers in the serious crime team. Father George was like a big patriarch, taking good care of the people below him, and everyone got along very happily. They went through life and death together, and Owen suddenly
I was really reluctant to say I wanted to leave.
Javier saw Irving's hesitation and understood his concerns, so he continued to persuade: "Don't consider George's attitude. He actually agrees. When he sees that the young man under him has a better future, he will not stop it.
, I’m just a little reluctant to part with it.”
What Javier said made sense, but Owen thought of how lonely Father George was when he went out just now and wanted to hear his opinion with his own ears, so he said: "Director, this is a bit sudden. Give me some time and I will be careful.
considerate."
"Of course, this is your business. I'm just giving the young man a suggestion."
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Owen left the director's office and returned to the Crime Unit. As soon as he entered the door, he was ridiculed by those guys. He was called a lone hero, a stormtrooper, and a crime buster. All kinds of exaggerated words were used on him. The shameless old Jack even said
Ask him if he can hang his poster at the door for free advertising.
The atmosphere in the Major Crime Unit is always so good, everyone is like a family. Owen and a few guys joked a little and went straight into Father George's office.
Father George seemed to know that he would come. Without waiting for Owen to speak, he said first: "I have no objection, Steve, CTU is a good place to go, but this decision should be made by you.
Even if you leave the Crime Unit, we will still be friends, right? What you should really consider is not me, but your family, your mother and sister. After all, the work of the CTU is definitely more dangerous than that of the Crime Unit. Will they be able to accept it?
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And as far as I know, the Los Angeles CTU is not only responsible for the Los Angeles area, but the entire West Coast is within his purview, and you may need to travel everywhere."
Owen didn't expect that Father George would think so thoroughly, and it sounded very reasonable. Indeed, CTU not only means mystery and high salary, but also means that you can't be with your family all the time, and it is more likely to bring safety risks to your family.
It was something he needed to consider, and Owen decided to go home and discuss it with his family before making a decision.