The inspector shifted nervously in his seat, trying to avoid the gaze of the chef de police. "Sir," he began, but was immediately cut off.
"I've had it with your excuses." Le chef's tone was calm - frighteningly so. "Your operation has cost us millions of euro - and for what? Ten men in hospital! A dozen wrecked vehicles! And you are still no nearer to catching this Phantom!" As le chef's voice rose, he punctuated each item by slamming his fist on the desk.
The inspector took advantage of the pause in the tirade. "Sir, we are talking about the Phantom!"
