Underestimated

After finishing her recounting of the events, she watched Adam closely, noting the way his gaze remained fixed on her. His expression was unreadable, but she could see the wheels turning in his head as he processed her words.

"So," he said slowly, his voice laced with both curiosity and something deeper, "you had already tipped off your friend to be on standby, and then, when he finally crossed the line, you had him arrested?"