The sound of snow being compacted underfoot came from amidst the pine trees as Chen Su walked with steady steps.
The sharp crease of his police uniform trousers sliced through the fierce mountain wind, and the silver police badge lightly swayed with his stride.
His slender fingers were hooked around an elegant paper shopping bag, with two imposing forest police following behind.
"Madam, the Purple Mink is a national first-class protected animal."
Chen Su deftly displayed the handcuffs, the metal casting a cold gleam under the sun, "According to Article 44 of the Wildlife Protection Law, you are suspected of mistreating wild animals, please cooperate with our investigation."
With a crisp "click," the stainless steel handcuffs accurately clasped Tina's wrist. The internet celebrity, who had been so arrogant moments ago, finally panicked: "Officer, this is all a misunderstanding! Please let me explain..."
