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The Following Ficlet Takes Place Between 5:30 PM and 6:11 PM

5:30:09

Sarah’s phone rang. It was Arnold.

“This is Chloe,â€? Sarah said in a hostile tone, as she tried to maintain control of her Schwinn and talk on her cell phone at the same time. “It better be important!â€?

“It’s,â€? Arnold paused, momentarily dejected. “Edgar… Where are you, Chloe? I have the intel on the perp from the surveillance camera. Tony’s tracking him down right now. I could really use a hand holding things down at CTU .â€?

“I’m in route as we speak, Edgar. Now, can you please just let me go?â€?

“One more thing, Chloe. Can you stop by Krispy Kreme on the way? I’m really hungry.â€?

She hung up the phone without answering.

6:08:35

Randall hopped off his scooter and cautiously approached the perp’s residence. After careful consideration, he decided to knock on the front door.

“Good afternoon, sir,â€? he said, flashing his credentials. “Tony Almeida, CTU .â€?

“Can I help you, son?â€?

“I’m conducting an investigation concerning a missing colleague. I have a few questions. Mind if I come in?â€?

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