According to Wikipedia, a smoking gun references an object or fact that serves as evidence of a crime. It is some thing that proves guilt – something that has been recorded, such as a fingerprint, a shoeprint or a third party who tells his side of the story. Groups of individuals who’ve committed crimes are unnerved when it’s realized that a third party has seen, heard or recorded their activity or know about a planned escape from authorities.
Extreme patience is an asset, if you can manage to control your emotions and feelings. It can unhinge even the most patient of individuals, particularly when the button of instant gratification is pushed. Second is silence, and if used correctly, can be used to heal, to hear your intuition, and to extract an admission or confession. What is not known is the level and length of silence that a person is comfortable with. Knowing the truth and exposing lies weighs on the conscience. When you are haunted by the truth, it is felt in seconds and causes sleepless nights.
It takes courage and guts to come forward.
It can be unsettling, especially when a criminal knows he’s been realized, but there’s a delay of arrest, coupled with the appearance that he/she has escaped punishment. It can create a strong sense of fear in the not knowing when, the unsettling silence, the restlessness that causes concern, and the anticipation that gives way to a growing agitation. The waiting is like a slow death, the mind fidgeting in a channel of suspense. Others are not sure how much longer they can wait, but, they do.
It’s just a timing issue.
