Capital crime episode 28

Capital Crime
Episode 28
DOA ( Dead Or Alive)
Jerry
The last thing I remember is taking blows and kicks to the head. Funny, he is staring at me. him too. This man, I know, this other man I know quite well. Both of them, by name. The third man who is also gazing at me in confusion, I find it hærd to recall his name. I have seen him somewhere before now.
I’m trying to remember. Why can’t I?
The elderly looking man who is probably in his late fifties takes a thorough inspection at me.
He asked “ Are you okay?
Normally, when I get a question like this, I feel the person cares enough to want to know how I feel- but right now I don’t know if he is being kind-or showing sympathy. But I wished I had an answer.
His age is hærd to pinpoint. Main reason; he has his beards unkempt and all bushy.
I remained brick silent. Trying so hærd to remember his name. It began with an M.
“ Are you okay? The question came again.
I blinked involuntarily with a heavy and pain ridden eye. Sat and pulled up to a corner in the cell. An excruciating pain hit my head from within. It felt like a water tank was bound to my skull.
“ Son-” He asked again “ Are you okay? You have been unconscious for almost 22 hours.”
His name ends with the letter “ A”. Why can’t I remember?
” What’s the meaning of the big “J’ imprinted with white color on your black hoodie? The man asked again “ Does it stand for Justice? Where are you from?
Dejavu!
He works in a law firm. He had pronounced DOA( Dead or alive) after his kidnap- about two weeks ago.
“ How long have you been here? I asked
“ Two weeks and some days” The man said “ Why?
“ Mr Mike Adeyinka?
He replied with shock on his face “ Yes. I am the one. But I don’t seem to remember yours… Have we met before?
I smiled under a strain of muscle. “ I work for the government…” I said.
The two others. The Senators jerked to their feets when they heard me say it. They came closer.
“ How do you mean? One asked.
“ Honorable!” I replied “ I’m glad you are both alive. But –”
“ He did not make it. ” Senator Tamuno opted by saying “ Unfortunately. Tell me ” He continued“ Are you alone? What’s your name?
I sat up. “ I hope not! ”
Mr Mike Adeyinka said“ if you work for the government then it means you are here for us, isn’t it? ”
“ Hopefully!”
“ But we are not alone” Senator Tamuno said.
“ I’m aware of the young girl” I said.
“ No! ” The second Senator finally spoke “Girls. Women. And maybe children. About 50 of them.”
“ What? I asked “ Tell me more. Please!”
******
Bukky
This is the first time I’m sleeping in my office and it was so peaceful. I bothered not to return to my apartment this morning. You can imagine.
Samantha Walsh had informed me of Gerrard’s adventure . I instructed she makes sure Finder doesn’t lack any military support he needs. But however, they must not engage until Seth Devin fulfills his end of the bargain.
“ Very unlikely though” I ended the call.
Earlier, I had used the restroom in my office to refresh and after that ruminated on every possible outcomes of all my actions of late. I wanted to be more careful to avoid distasters like my husband from now on.
Throughout the day, I entertained calls from different countries. Most of their heads of states whom I had allegiance of peace with were all on the same theme : commenting on the latest crises be-falling my nation. The terrorism, corruption and abuse of human rights… They urged me not to relent in the fight against any of the canckerworms.Some pledge to give us full support if need ever arises- In terms of weaponry or manpower.
I thanked them all but always said the same thing :
“We appreciate your effort Mr President…..Mr Chancellor… Of course we are grateful your highness… Definately, your excellency…. Very well your grace…indeed, madam president… Prime minister, Sir… Do not worry, I will let you know how things turn out- but be rest assured that my country and I, we have this uprising under perfect control”.
It had been a day indeed and this evening, Samantha called again.
“ Yeah?
“ Mah…he rang us one more time”. She said.
“ Okay. I’m on my way”
I arrived the Emerge room 002 and patiently waited for his call. And he eventually did.
“ Mr Seth, When do you want to release my law makers and the young woman. It’s almost two days now. And I begin to think this is a bit too long a period of time ”
“ Do not force my hand” He replied. “ Give me time.”
What’s he saying?
“ Mr man. Time is a scarce commodity and I have none left”
“ But everything went out of plan. The prisoner is murdered….” He began.
“ No- no-no. Don’t try to blackmail me. The deal was simple, I give you Ray, you give me the hostages and the device. Not dead bodies.”
“ Not dead bodies? He retorted.
“ I’m not stupid” He continued“ My brother is dead all because of you–”
“ Hold on! Are you aware you wiped out an entire convoy. Contrary to agreements ” I argued on.
“ Stupidity must run in your veins to even think of signing one with me”
Did he just insult me?
Everyone in the room rose an eyebrow with discomfort.
“I’ll take that as a compliment” I replied cordially.
But I swear he will pay for using such a tone on me.
“ When do I get-” I continue.
“ Hello! Hello—”
He cut the lines on me. Again.
“ what now? Me Green asked.
I turned towards Samantha.
“ What are the possibilities of this Towers being hit by a missile and crumbling to ruins?
“ Unlikely! She replied “ This is the safest point in the entire villa. Except from in,side out, no weapon fashioned against it is formidable. Trust me it’s a futile attempt to even try”
Hmm.
“ Does Seth know about this?
“ Im in doubt” She said “ Just me and the previous directors are privy to this knowledgee… Well, except for you all here, now.”
“Lets make sure it remains the same”
Mr Green asked again “ What now? What are you going to do?
“ We apply brute and force. Nothing else. Enough clemency. ”
“Are the troops ready?” I asked.
“ Yes, your excellency.” Samanatha said afterr getting off a line comm. with Gerrard Finder.
“ Fine. Activate the mission” I said“ Infiltrate their location, retrieve hostages and eliminate hostiles”
Itoro popped the live feeds. The screens came alive as the entire crew in the room watched the action from Gerard’s night vision cam.
Mr Green spoke up “ Seargent? ” He collected a seat. “ Proceed with caution!
“ Roger that. Falcon to all units” Gerard’s voice rang in the speakers “ Mission is a go- go. Proceed with caution…”
“Falcon” I said “ burn down the jungle if need be”
“ Affirmative” Gerard replied “ All units do you copy?
“Roger that, Falcon! Over!…” The static voices grimed all at once.
To be continued…