Chapter 1140 Change of Plan
"Cough cough. Cough cough cough. Vomit." Goosby almost choked to death when Clay lifted him out of the water. The sewage poured into his mouth and nose made him retching in disgust.
Neither Captain Jason nor Jack expected that they were waiting for the other party to send someone down to kill someone, but what they were waiting for was a homemade thermobaric bomb made from a gas tank.
Fortunately, only some rainwater accumulated in the tunnel, and no methane was generated, and the drainage pipe was long enough. Everyone hiding in the tunnel outside jumped into the water as soon as they noticed something was wrong, and no casualties were caused. .
Although it was just a false alarm, luck was written on everyone's faces.
Sure enough, no one should treat anyone as a fool these days. Although the opponent is not a T1-level special forces, they have equally rich battlefield experience, not to mention that they are led by a combat general with outstanding achievements.
"Change of plan, go directly to the prison hospital before we are discovered." Jason changed the plan very decisively.
"Are you sure those missiles will be hidden in the morgue? Doctor." Jack was a little unsure now.
Goolsby had just cleaned his mouth with water from the kettle and was getting angry. "Of course, but I don't recommend fighting with the opponent there.
If there are really VX missiles stored there, even a stray bullet could kill everyone on the island. ”
"Don't worry, we won't make your fiancée a widow." Jack patted him on the shoulder, "When we get back, I'll treat you to a butter hotpot, the kind that will set your butt on fire."
Gusby's eyes lit up, "Will there be cigars and Serris liquor this time?"
"I can get you all the good things you can think of. As for cigars." Jack patted the waterproof bag hidden on his chest, "That's a celebration after victory."
After saying that, he looked at the old man who was cleaning the mud from his beard and said, "Mr. Mason, please lead the way."
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At the same time, at Fisherman's Wharf, which is only two kilometers away from Alcatraz Island, the friends of the wanted criminal group and the BUA group were either staring at the footage transmitted by the drone, or simply holding up their cannons. They were all observing every move on the island with their high-powered telescopes.
The explosion in the drainage pipe blew open several manhole covers. Although the fire was not obvious, it was clearly visible in night vision imaging.
There was a sudden commotion in the dock warehouse. Director Womack, who had been waiting in front of the monitor, suddenly approached the screen nervously, "What happened? Were they trapped?"
"Calm down! Jim." Rossi put his hand on his shoulder, "They are the best boys, they don't get into trouble easily."
"Sir, do you want to take the initiative to contact the Eagle?" asked the communications sergeant of Team B's logistics support team.
"No need, continue to maintain radio silence." Major Eric Black, commander of Team B (appeared in Chapter 601), replied expressionlessly.
He has experienced too many big scenes with SEAL Team B, and this is where he is now.
"Sir, there is a new communication request from General Hammer." Another communications sergeant reported loudly.
"Bring it in." Director Womack said impatiently, but was stopped by Rossi, "No, wait!"
He looked at Director Womack solemnly, "Jim, stay calm. Since the Eagle did not take the initiative to break the radio silence, it means that they have not been discovered. This is probably just a test."
The Director took a deep breath, and his eyes gradually regained clarity. "You're right, David. I'll leave this to you for the time being. I'll go out and get some air." After watching Director Womack's slightly stooped back disappear, Rossi faced the waiting man. The communications sergeant said, "Take the communications."
Soon General Hammer appeared on the screen with a sullen face, the anger in his eyes almost turned into substance, "You made a mistake, thinking that sending a few little mice in will have any effect."
"I don't understand what you are talking about, General Hammer. We just noticed that there seemed to be an explosion on the island. What happened? Are the hostages still safe?"
Rossi showed a puzzled expression, her innocent look impeccable.
General Hammer, who recognized him, had a flash of surprise in his eyes, "Why is it you? Where are Al (Admiral Clayman) and your FBI director?"
Rossi continued to act innocent, and even raised his wrist to check the time, "They should be in the White House at the moment, discussing payment with the President. You know this kind of thing is of great importance.
I would like to ask you if you can extend the ultimatum appropriately, even just for a few hours. You know, those bureaucrats are never very efficient. ”
At this time, General Hammer seemed to have completely forgotten that he was here to investigate and was easily distracted by Rossi's chatter.
"No, there are still 14 hours left, which is more than enough for you. You have no room for bargaining, let alone try to challenge my patience, otherwise I don't mind killing a few hostages, or directly launching a VX missile to show my determination.”
After saying that, he stopped talking nonsense and ended the communication straightforwardly.
"Do you think he's really going to launch a missile?" asked Hotchner, who had been watching from Rossi's side.
Rossi was silent for a while, then shook his head, "I don't know, I always thought Hammer was a pure soldier."
"Maybe this is the reason why he did such an extreme behavior." Hotchner muttered quietly, and then received a warning look from Rossi.
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"How long do we have to go?" The crowd followed Mason around the underground for nearly half an hour. The stains on Goosby's face had been washed out by sweat, which looked a bit funny.
"Be patient. We are now in the oldest part of Alcatraz Island, an ancient mine left from the gold rush period, and the prison hospital we are going to now was transformed from a bunker left from the Civil War."
Mason still seemed to be in a very good mood, and even gave him some popular science.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Mason, I'm not in the mood to learn history right now. How long do we have to walk in this damn tunnel?
Those bad guys may have noticed our presence and may launch missiles at any time. ”
Before Goolsby finished speaking, Mason stopped in front of a pile of rotten wood, "We're already here."
The old man stepped aside and tilted his head slightly towards Jack, "There is a stone staircase at the back, and you can go up to the prison hospital converted from a bunker."
Jack nodded to express his understanding, leaned forward and listened for a moment, beckoning Sonny, who was still strong, to join him in cleaning up the debris blocking the exit.
Mason's self-report that he spent three days groping underground shouldn't be bragging. After the rotten wood was carefully removed, a ray of cold moonlight penetrated the midnight sea fog and shone on the two of them.
(End of chapter)