''For love...Or for money?''

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And who would Sonny call?



These men.







With these men working on the case Sonny knew he could put Jake Randell and his gang away for life and bury them. If Miles Turner had to suffer for being a fool then so be it.

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Karla Montez decided to call Moose as she knew exactly where he would be. At an office building calling and taking bets. Later he would go out and pay off and collect on them. And use force if anyone decided not to pay.

''Moose.''



''Moose this is Karla and I need to see you. It's very important Moose. Can you come over to my place and see me?''

''Why certainly Karla I'll come over in a jiff. Give me 20 minutes.''

''Ok thank you Moose I'll be expecting you. Goodbye now.''

''Goodbye Karla.''



Moose thinks in head.

''Wow! Karla wants to see me. I'd better get going and get over there.''



''Hello Karla. What did you want to see me about?''



Karla is faking her crying.

''Moose it's about this robbery Jake has planned. Moose, Jake is an evil bad man.''

''No Karla that can't be. Papa Jake is good to me. He even calls me the son he never had. This cannot be true Karla.''

''Yes it is Moose. He's even called you stupid and ugly behind you back.''



''Look Moose look. Look at how evil he is. Look what he did to me.''



''Papa Jake did this to you Karla?''



''Yes Moose he's evil Moose! Moose you have to help me. Please protect me Moose from him!''



''I will Karla. What do you want me to do. I'll do anything for you Karla.''



''This is what I want you to do Moose!''

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''Help me get even with Jake Moose. I know you can help me Moose as you're the man I need. Moose I need you in my life. Moose I've watched you now for years. Sure you're not the most handsome man in the world Moose. Men have wanted me only for my body Moose. But I know you're not like that. I want a man with a heart of gold like you have. Moose I love you.''



And then Karla hugged Moose again.



''I will help you Karla. I also love you. Now tell me what I will do to help you get even with evil Jake.



''On the night before the robbery I want you to get a big truck. Enough to hold lots of the gold. Also a car and six other men you can trust. But I want you to put explosives under the car with a timer. And I'll take the men to a place on line 21 when Miles is going to be going instead of line 13. There he will stop the freighter with you on it. We take control of the gold with a password Miles has to give to those inside of the car with the gold. The guards will be long gone as you will have released them miles back. Once we have the gold and loaded it on the truck you, I, and Miles will leave with the others following in the car. But before we leave you will be acting like your checking out and car and truck and set the timer on the explosives to go off in 10 minutes. Then it will be just you, me, and Miles. And I'll get rid of Miles so we can be together Moose. And remember Moose no killing until I give the word. You understand everything now Moose?''

''Yes Karla I do and it's going to be just me and you when this is over.''



Man is she ever a lying evil little snake.

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Miles was like a flaming volcano waiting to erupt thinking about everything.



What's the matter big brother? I can tell you troubled about something again. Tell me the truth. What is it Miles?



And Miles could hardly restrain himself as he wanted to scream.

''It's nothing Julie. You worry to much little sister. Try to go back to sleep. It doesn't concern you little one.''



But Julie knew it wasn't the truth.

''Alright big brother I will. I''ll go back to sleep.''

But Julie thought.

''It's that women Karla. I know it's her that causes my brother so much trouble.''



And after awhile when he was sure Julie was asleep Miles set out for the club.

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Jake is in his office with some of his men and they are playing poker.



And Miles enters Jake's office.



''Well hello Miles. Good to see you as I heard you had some trouble. So what was it?''



''Nothing I couldn't handle Randell.''

As he looks at Peter Finch.



''I also heard you're an ex-con Miles.''



''Yeah that's right Randell. So I'm right up your alley then you scumbag.''

As he continues to look at Finch.



''Scumbag Miles? Say what's your problem anyways you little pipsqueak?''



''This is my problem Randell. Why did you beat Karla?''

And Miles slugs Jake Randell. And knocks him to the floor.



''You dirty little scumbag. Beating a helpless woman. I'm going to kill you Randell for what you did to her.''



Randell's men grabbed Miles, sit him in the chair and were about to beat him.

When Finch said.

''Miles you're going to get the beating of your life now.''

But Miles stood up anticipating it.''



''No wait, don't hit him. I want to know what this beating Karla is all about. Tell me Miles where do you come off with this.''



''Right here in your office Randell. Right here you beat her. Now why did you do that to her? I've seen the marks you left on her. Now don't lie about it you rotten stinking piece of crap!''

Miles sits down.

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''Oh I get it now. You're in love with her Miles. I should have known by the way she's been acting lately.''



''Yes we're in love Randell and she's my girl! Not yours!''

Miles looks somewhat away from Randell thinking about Karla.



''Miles let me tell you something. You have no money. Do you think I could have Karla without money. Of course I couldn't as a women like that needs money Miles.''



''No you're wromg Randell. She loves me. I know she loves me. She hates you Randell and has told me so.''



''So does this mean you're not going to do the job for me Miles?''



''No I'm going to do the job Randell. Only death could stop me from doing it now.''

As he looks at Finch.



''Good then get out of here. We'll settle this after the job is over.''



''You bet we will Randell. And you're going to pay for what you did to Karla. Mark my word on that.''

And Miles turns and walks out the door.



And Randell follows him and yells to Miles.

''Yes we will Miles. I'll be waiting to to settle this with you. You naive fool.''



Miles turns around and is seething but decides to leave.

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Sonny decided to call Sgt. Tad Weitz



And asked him if he could immediately meet him in a cafe. Sgt. Weitz said he would.



Like me get this straight Captain Richardson. You want me to join your investigation and carry a gun? Why I haven't carried a gun since 1929 and don't even know where mine is. 6 years ago they wanted me to take target practice and I had to claim my mother had died and was going to her funeral that day. Good God they never called me back about it.''



''Yes I know Stg. Weitz, Fud's the same way but he's in on this and I'll have to ask him to carry a gun himself. I understand that you two are friends.''



''Oh no Captain Richardson, very clever but this friends stuff isn't going to work. Fud or not I don't want to carry a gun.''



''Look Tad supposed I told you we're up against Jake Randell and his gang. Supposed I told you this could be one of the biggest cases the NYPD has ever handled. It concerns national security and if Jake Randell's gang pulls it off it could reek havoc on the economy. Then what would you say to carrying a gun?''



''Oh now it's Tad.'' Weitz chuckles some. ''You just don't give up do you Captain? I like that. Just like I like this music as it reminds me of this woman. Ok I'm in then and will carry a gun then. What do you want me to do?''



''Sgt. this is what I need you to do. Tomorrow at 12 noon I need you to be at 211 Elm street. It's a bar and you'll see Jake Randell in there. He'll be talking to our man. A man posing as a fence. His name is Richard Finklestein, he's under federal indicment and has agreed to help us for leniency. Just observe. Fud was doing that but he's too hot now and he'd be recognized. Get back to me if anything seems out of place. Also be at the station in the conference room at 6 am Wednesday. We will have a briefing on what is going to happen, followed by questions anyone may have.''



''I'l be there Captain Richardson. You call count on it. And a gun I'll need then.''

''Yes Sgt. Weitz I brought you one.

Weitz chuckles some. ''You sure were sure I'd be in then I guess Captain.''



''Yes Tad I was. Good men always arise when in time of need.''



And who was this Tad Weitz? A confirmed bachelor who could turn on the charm when he wanted to and always had women coming out of his...Well I won't use that word here but I'm sure you know what I mean. A man on the NYPD for 25 years since 1919 and always got the job done. Just like Elmer Fud did and they knew each other and even attended Yankee baseball games together. Always laughing at Don Lockman behind his back as they knew the Red Sox would never win another World Series for atleast a 100 years if the Yankees were around. Tad Weitz always played dumb and used this ploy to lure his prey into certain destruction having an IQ of close to 140 and at the low end of genius. Yes Sonny Richardson had convinced the right man to join the case. And yes with Elmer Fud he knew he had the right match there to make an arrest and get the convictions on Jake Randell and his gang as they would make both a dynamic duel working together. America is fortunate to have such outstanding policemen as these defending the citizens of this great country!

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Next Sonny sent someone to speak with Elmer Fud and tell him that he was too hot now since bringing Miles Turner in, would have to fall back and watch Jake Randell's club from across the street



Also since the important of the case was a top priority for the NYPD and the nations security depended on it he asked Elmer if he'd cary a gun. He also told Fud his friend Tad Weitz had been brought in on the case. Fud was reluctant at first to carry a gun but when he learned his friend Tad had accepted to be on the case he said he would be armed from now on. Also Elmer would need to be at the conference room at the station on Wednesday at 6 am for a briefing on what was going to happen, followed by questions that anyone might have.''



Elmer checked into a room across the street.



Where he could observe Jake's Place.



And would strike like the Eagle when he knew the time was right.



Sonny decided to call Sidney Poindexter the next day as it was getting late and tomorrow would be a big day with Finklestein meeting Randell in the bar. He also thought that he might bring in one more man on the case. An expect within the department on making field plans and who would handle most of the conference before the exchange of money for gold would take place. He also thought of where he would get the proper amount of money but would know after Finklestein met Randell.

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Moose was at home laying on the couch thinking. Thinking how he would act tomorrow when he went to the bar with Jake. A man he now hated. One thing he knew was that he wasn't going to start any trouble. He'd be ''patience as Papa Jake'' had told him, even if it killed him. He was going to do everything he could to have, keep Karla, and protect her.

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Sonny got up in the morning and did some pushups as he didn't have the time Don did to go to ther gym.



Made the bed



Had some coffee



Finished getting dressed and was out the door.



Drove to work thinking how good it would be to have Jennifer home again.



Sonny would need to go outside of the department to the 43rd precient to get Sidney Poindexter to join his team. So he called chief Humpheys to get his permission. Yes he thought today was going to be a pivitol day in the case.



''Captain Humpheys here.''



''Captain Sonny Richardson here of the 47th precient Captain Humpheys. I'd like to ask a favor of you sir?''



''Why Captain Richardson glad to speak with you ask I haven't seen you since that church bingo game some years ago when you were with your beautiful wife and me with mine. And congratulations on solving the Lorrna Dumbeck case too. Good men like you are what America is all about.''



Captain I wish to temporially borrow a Sidney Poindexter to help me with an a case I'm involved in now. The security of the United States is involved and cold be in jeapody. Well you approve it sir?''



''Well I guess we can spare him considering he's just a negro then.''

''Captain I don't take into account a man skin color when making decisions. I've read reports in his file about him and feel that he can do the job I have for him on this case. That's all I'm concerned about when dealing with a police officer.''



''Yes, yes then certainly there's no problem since you've put it that way Captain Richardson. BTW Captain. Several years ago a woman that worked in our precient under me transferred to your precient. A Carol Cummings and I'd like to know how's she doing there?''



''Carol Cummings?''

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''Yes a Carol cummings. Why is there something I need to know about her? You sound a little bewildered Captain. Tell me is something wrong about her and that I need to know?''



''No no Captain Humpheys, she's a fine officer and doing a good job for the 47th precient.''



''Good that's what I wanted to here. You know she worked directly under me and I considered her like a daughter. That's not until someone in the department started a vicious rumor that there was more involved than that. Well Carol then decided against my wishes that she better move on and put in for a transfer to your precient with my reluctant approval. How these things start I just don't know. Maybe becuase we were seen having dinner together after work perhaps.''



''Yes I suppose so Captain Humpheys those rumors do take place in our world. I know for sure sir since meeting and remembering your lovely wife at that church bingo game years ago that you'd certainly never be involved in just more than police work with a woman on the police force.''



''Well officer Poindexter isn't in yet Captain but I can have him meet you if you give me a time and place? He's do in in 30 minutes.''



''Yes please Captain. Have him meet me at a wrecking yard in one hour. Address is 44567 Candle street. Thank you Captain Humpheys. Goodbye sir.



''Well do Captain Richardson. Goodbye there.''

Captain humpheys thinks in head.

''Why does someone always have to mess up a perfect thing. I don't think I'll ever get over that woman.''

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''Captain Richardson sir I was told that you wanted to meet me here.''

''Yes officer Poindexter that in correct. Officer Poindexter I need you to join my team on a case which is of the upmost value in maintaining the security of our nation.''



''Why so I can be a yes saw boy to your right hand man Don Lockman? I've heard how he is Captain Richardson''

''Well what you've heard might have been correct until recently. But I saw him do a 180 change with a Jewish man recently. But baseball might have been the reason. Look officer Piondexter a man's race doesn't concern me. I want someone I feel can get the job done for me. And since reading about you from the files I feel you're the man I'm looking for. Tell me officer, why did you join the police force?''

''To do things right Captain. All my life I've witnessed injustices people have brought on against others. This is not the America I want. I want it to be the land of the free. With good heartedness for all. And as a child that's all I ever dreaned about Captain Richardson. It's all I ever wanted in my life sir.''



''That's even nore of a reason why I want you on this case Sidney. And you know you want to be on this case and do what I need of you. Well you join the team officer?''



''You have the clearance then right Captain?''

''Yes I do.''

''Then I'll be happy and proud to join you team then Captain. What do you want me to do?''



''Be in the conference room Wednesday at 6 am. There will be a briefing on what is to happen followed by any questions you may have officer Poindexter.''

I'll be there Captain Richardson and ready sir. BTW Captainand speaking of baseball. I have a cousin named Jackie Robinson that plays in the Dodger organization at Montreal. Someday sir he's going to make the big leagues and show then what a black man can do. Another injustice rectified then it will be.''



''That I pray will happen Sidney. That I pray will happen.''

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It was almost 12 and Randell and Moose were outside the door of the bar and about to go in for the meeting with Finkelstein.

''Alright Moose now promise me you'll behave yourself. I don't want an incident like last time we were here to happen. Ok?''

''Sure boss I got ya. I'll be good I promise.''



''Oh Mr. Moose how are you today sir. So good to have you in my establishment.''

''Cut the crap Dickens. I'm looking for a certain man today. Maybe someone you've never seen here before.'' Says Randell.

''Yeah over in the corner there. Guys dressed like that never come in here. Maybe that's the fella you're looking for Mr. Randell?''

''Yeah could be. Moose stay here while I check this out.''

''Sure boss. Got ya.''





''Finkelstein?''

''Randell?''

''Why are you dressed to the tails man? You trying to make some movie magizine'''

''Take it easy Randell I dress like this almost evry time I go out.''

''Well if you end up in prison Finkelstein you won't be wearing those duds. I can guarantee that.'' Randell chuckles.



Skipper sees Moose and thinks.

''Ah sh#t just when I'm a 100 bucks up on this chump.''

Then says.

''Hey Peter your buddy just showed up here.''



''Jesus turn off the radio and fast will ya?''



''Well you heard what he said man. Get you black #ss moving and kill the radio.''

''Yes saw Mr. Skippers.''



''Hey who turned off the radio? I like music today. Please turn it back on. Frank's my favorite!''



''WTF he likes music today? And please? D#mn he's got to be sick today Jerome. But you better get your d#ckskin moving and get that radio back on. Could this be the new Moose?''

''Yes saw Mr. Skippers.''



''Oh Finkelstein it's a 50 million dollars heist. I want 25 million and your take from me is 10%. That's final and I won't negociate over it. Can you handle the fence?''

''In what denominations?''

''Thousand dollars bills and unmarked.''

''Alright and where do we make the exchange and when?''



''Much Much better. Now I am happy.''



''He's happy Jerome. What a big loon the guy is.''

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''Say sugar what's you name?''







''Don't give me that tired old line you greasy Dago.''



''Dago? Why the names Weitz and I'm a Polock.''



''Well then you're a stupid #ss.''



''Knock knock?''



''Who's there?''



''Ardvark.''





''Ardvark who?''



''Ardvark a million miles for one of your smiles my doll baby.''



She smiles then says

''Hey that's pretty good and the names Linda.''



''Glad you like it Linda. I love that name as my mother's sister has it also and she's my favorite aunt''



''You sure look around a lot Tad. Is there something wrong here?''



''Oh oh sorry suger. Is this better? Guess I was listening to that favorite song of mine they're playing. I love to dance.''



Linda thinks in head.

''Well he is kind of cute.''

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''Alright listen up Finkelstein and get this straight. This Wednesday at 1 PM take highway 47 to Weaver road and turn south. Take it to the end when you come to railroad line 13. Bring 2 men with you and a 5 ton truck as you need it. And the money also. We'll make the exchange there and I'll pay you your commission. You got it and are there any questions?''

''No Randell I'll be there and with the money.''

''Good then see you there.''



''Me too and what's your first name there?''



''Tad and why don't we kick it up some this coming Friday?''



''Edgewood 66789. Call me. I'll be ready. And don't think I'm some easy loose goose either Tad.''



''Why of course not Linda. But let me tell you something. I am an easy loose goose here.'' And Weitz laughs and so does Linda.



''Alright how much do we owe?'' Says Randell.

''No no the drinks are on the house Mr. Randell.'' Says Dickens.

''Good then let's split this slimmey dump then Moose.''

''Thanks for dropping by big guy.'' George Dickens says.



''Well everything's perfect for the job now Moose. Didn't Papa Jake tell you all you needed was patience. This Wednesday we're going to be rich and you'll get your girl you will. Come on let's get back to the club. Oh and thanks Moose for being cool in there for Papa Jake.''

Moose thinks in head

''Yes Papa Jake I'm going to be rich not you. Karla and I have some big plans for you.''



''Sorry sugar old Tadpole has go to go. Remember we're on for this Friday girl.



''Ok Tad and don't be a clown and not call. Or else I will hunt you down.''



''Linda I'm as dependable as butter on hot bread. And we will be the toast of the town!''



Skipper thinks.

''Well now that they're gone I can go back to making some serious money off of this idiot.''



''Hey Shipper how about double or nothing for this game?''



''You got it Peter. Rack em up!''

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Since it was sunday Miles had the day off and layed on the couch thinking

''This whole thing is getting pretty hairy but I've got to go it if I want Karla. Which I do as I love her.''



And as he looked at Julie looking out the window he thought.



''But what if something happens to me? What if I'm killed? Who'll take care of my sister? That beautiful young girl there who has come into my life.''



And thought to himself as h lookd at his beautiful little sister.



''What I need is life insurance for her. Then if I die she'll be taken care of. It's Sunday and maybe Mr. Curtis is working? I'm going too call him and see if he's working today and see if I can get it done.''

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So Miles went to a phone and called his number at the railroad.



''Hello is Mr. Curtis there?''



''Yes this is him. I seem to recogise your voice. Is this Miles Turner?



''Yes sir it is. Mr. Turner I guess I was lucky yo catch you working today sir. But I'd like to ask you a favor sir. Could we meet?''



''Well I suppose so. I was get ready to leave here. But's there's a bar-cafe not to far away from here called Raven's. Right down the street from work here. Meet me there in 30 minutes Mr. Turner.''



''I'll be there sir. Goodbye''



''Goodbye Mr. Turner.''



Antony Curtis thinks in head.

''I wonder what this is all about?''

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So Miles put on his fake glasses and got there first.

''You wanted to see me Mr Turner. How may I help you?''

''Oh oh I didn't even hear you arrive Mr. Curtis.''



''That's alright Mr. Turner as mother did always call me a little sneak.'' They both chuckle some.

But is there some kind of problem that has you calling me on your day off. Usually myself I don't work on Sundays but lately there's been a lot of work.''



''Mr. Curtis I realise I've only been working for the company for a week but I wonder if I could get some life insurance from the company sir?''

''Well there is a waiting period Mr. Turner and usuallly I don't receive such a request so early form an employee. Is there something special in your request or do you have a problem you'd like to discuss with me?''

''No sir, it's just that I was thinking of my younger sister and who's care for her and my mother if something were to happen to me.''



Antony Curtis gets up and stand behind Miles.

''Mr. Turner the company usally doesn't do this. But your superviser speaks so highly of you and the good work that you do I think I can swing it for you. Who do you want to make the beneficiary?''



''My beautiful young sister Mr. Curtis. Her address in 446 Misty street, apartment 601. And for $10,000 please.''



''Alright I'll take care of it tomorrow mornig Mr. Turner and have it put into effect. Is there anything else?



''No No there isn't anything else sir except to say thank you for doing it for me.''



''Well that is my job Mr.Turner. To help and serve the employees as best I can.''



And so Miles got up and began to leave.

''Mr. Turner are you sure there isn't anything else you want to tell me?''



''No sir. Just the life insurance is what I was interested in today Mr. Curtis. Thank you for seeing me on such short notice. Goodbye sir.''



''You're welcome Mr. Turner. Keep up the good work for the company then. Goodbye and have a nice Sunday.''



Antony Curtis thinks in head.

''Something just doesn't seem to be right about this. But he is a good man. I can fix the paperwork to see that it goes through. First thing in the morning I'll attend to it.''

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''Sonny Richard is waiting for you in your office.''

''Alright Don let's go.''



''Alright Mr. Finklestein tell me how it went.''



''It's on for Wednesday at 1 pm. Highway 47, turn left at Weaver road and here South until we reach line 13. We're going to need a big truck and hold on to your underwear Captain as we're to bring $25 million for the exchange. In thousand dollar bills and unmarked.''



''Holy Moses Sonny where are going to come up with that kind of money?''

''Who says we are Don?''



Richard Finkelstein swivals around in chair to face Sonny.

''Now wait a minute Captain. My life is on the line here.''



''Now don't worry Mr. Finklestein. Do you think you'd stand a better life in prison? I'll handle the money situation. Just let me take care of that aspect of this case.''

Well what's it going to be then Sonny? Just how are you going to get that kind of money? I mean if anyone can do I know it's you.'' Says Don.



Finklstein swivals around not face them seemingly more relaxed.

''I won't know until until tomorrow night or Tuesday morning. But the wheels are spinning in my head on how I'm going to do it. I just want both of in in the conference room here on Wednesday morning at 6 am. I still need to bring one more man into this. The only way you're going to die is over my dead body Mr. Finklestein. Now go on and get the both of you. Go to a ball game or something. I've got work to do.''

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Next Sonny called Captain Ray Roberts of the 51th preceint at his office.

''Could I speak with Captain Ray Roberts?''



''Certainly sir. BTW you wouldn't happen to be a single man would you?''



''Sorry mam but I'm very married.''



''Oh darn. Well it's your loss sir. You have no idea what you're missing. Putting you through.''



Sonny thinks in head.

''Dear Lord sweet Jesus? People are crazy.''



''This is Captain Roberts speaking.''



''Ray this is Sonny Richardson over here at the 47th preceint. How are you doing over ther Ray?''



''Sonny! Hey I'm fine and going to retire in 3 weeks after 40 years on the force. Why I haven't seen you since that church bingo game some years ago. You remember it as it was when Don tryed to arrest that guy who took a dime from his mother's money on the table to go buy some coffee for her and him. Jeez how much did it cost the department that time for the lawsuit that incurred when the guy refused to be arrested and Don beat him up and sent him to the hospital thinking he was a thief? I mean I must admit I do laugh at times thinking about it.''



''Well not sure the exact amount Ray, But I think it was in the $35,000 range or close to it. Hey Ray something major has come up and I need your help as I know you're the only man that can do it for me. Could you come to my office now on such short notice?''



Evesdropping.



''Why certainly Sonny. Give me 45 minutes to finish my briefing here with my men. Then I'll be there.''



''Oh and Ray? I don't know how to tell you this. But in the last week there's been a remarkable change in Don. And for the best.''



''Well praise the lord! Then there is still hope for the man. I'll see you in a bit Sonny. Goodbye now.'' And Captain Roberts is chuckling some.



''Goodbye Ray.''