"We'll handle it from here."
Stella clicked her tongue softly.
"…Right."
She reached into her coat and produced a small metallic badge, holding it up just enough for the two of them to see.
"Stella Mars," she said, voice steady. "Main Branch. Mystic Law Enforcement."
For a moment, both of their eyes widened, even flinching before they caught themselves. The man, Darius, straightened as he adjusted his jacket.
"Understood."
Yet, he didn't move aside. "However, this falls under Ghoul Division jurisdiction."
Stella's eyes narrowed. "We have an active massacre scene with multiple high-profile casualties. You have no right to lock down without—"
"We do," the woman cut in, pulling out her phone. "By protocol."
"..."
"Section 7, Clause 32 states that an incident will be processed through the corresponding division first. After initial handling, it will be transferred and distributed to the appropriate departments," she continued.
"That includes yours."
