The Internal Affairs Bureau interrogated Flores overnight, using slightly harsh methods. Even then, he cried out,
"I've bled for the Governor, I've risked my life for Mexico, you can't treat me like this!"
George Smiley, in a rush, hurried to Victor's villa, where security was extremely tight.
Joseph Xiafei came out and glanced at him, "Why are you so late?"
"I have urgent intelligence to report."
"Open the door!"
The bodyguard cracked the door open just enough to let him slip through.
Joseph Xiafei led him through the deep courtyard, where the restless barking bulldogs could be seen pacing anxiously in their cages.
Even George Smiley didn't dare look around too much, holding his breath and focusing intently, afraid of losing his way.
The two entered the house, went upstairs, and the Guard Commander gently knocked on the door.
Victor was a light sleeper, "Who is it?"
"General, George Smiley has important matters to report."