Holding Their Own: The Salt War by Joe Nobody

Author:Joe Nobody [Nobody, Joe]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Kemah Bay Marketing LLC
Published: 2014-12-15T05:00:00+00:00

Dr. Hanes climbed down from the semi-trailer, a look of pure disgust all over his face. “This is a crime… nothing less than a crime against humanity. I’ve known Stan since he moved to Cartersville, and I would have never thought the man capable of such an atrocious act.”

“With these supplies, we could have saved thousands and thousands of people,” Victor added. “I’ve always heard power was corruptive, but this is just insane.”

“We’ve seen it over and over again,” Grim responded. “I hope you both understand why our team has been so deceptive and has had to resort to violence.”

Victor looked at his friend. “So, Doctor, how do we go about sparking a revolution in Cartersville?”

The physician rubbed his chin, deep in thought. “We can’t be overt with this information. Stan and the chief still command the loyalty of hundreds of armed men known for their trigger fingers. There has been enough death and destruction already. We need subterfuge and sedation.”

“We are willing to help,” Cory added. “But as Grim said, we’re limited in our scope.”

Kevin’s voice sounded from atop a nearby trailer, “I’ve got another security patrol coming down the east fence. You guys should take cover.”

After helping the two older men climb into the empty hold of an adjoining semi, Grim said, “Whatever you decide to do, it has to happen quickly. Our man Nick can’t stay out in the woods forever, and as soon as Gospel gives up hunting for his head, he’ll put all those guards back here to protect this stash. I don’t think there’s much doubt that will make your job all the more difficult.”

“You’re right,” whispered Victor. “Our community has suffered enough already. We need to take advantage of this window of opportunity to improve our situation.”

“If I know Stan’s heart, the word of your Alliance is going to make him tighten down on the town even more. Now’s definitely the time to act,” the doctor added.

A few minutes passed before a soft thud sounded on the semi’s wall, the result of Kevin tossing a small stone to indicate the “all clear.”

All four of the occupants squinted when Grim pushed open the rear doors, bright sunlight flooding their hide. “We need to get you men back to town,” the ex-contractor stated. “That way you can plot your treason in the comfort of familiar, secure surroundings.”

The return trip back to Cartersville passed without incident, Cory and the two locals strolling the distance in silence. Everyone was deep in thought.

They cleared the north gate without much harassment from the guards, then entering the Exchange and returning to Victor’s place of business.

Dr. Hanes turned to Cory with an inquisitive expression. “I’ve got an idea, but it is going to require some research. Can you and your team give me another day or two?”

“We’ll try. I don’t know Nick’s status. Like Grim said, he can’t be the rabbit indefinitely, and if Gospel does manage to corner him, a lot of people are going to die before my boss goes down.

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