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?