This officer thought he had everything under control.
But he was oblivious to the truth, the fact that everything was going according to Halse's planned scheme.
This officer was actually being manipulated without his knowledge, everything he saw happening was already moved by someone else.
This is a reaction that everyone would have unconsciously.
Believing that they were acting out of their own volition, driven by their own emotions. However, the truth is anything but that.
Because human emotions can be manipulated.
The easier a person can be controlled and dominated by their emotions, the easier they will be manipulated by others.
To avoid this, one must maintain a sufficient level of reasoning in every situation.
Clearly understanding the exact situation they are facing and the enemies they have to deal with.
Once the variable of emotions is removed, what remains is purely an exchange of interests.
It all comes down to personal ability.