Justifiable Homicide: A Political Thriller (Robert Paige Thrillers Book 1) by Robert W. McGee

Author:Robert W. McGee [McGee, Robert W.]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Published: 2014-10-13T23:00:00+00:00

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“Sergei? Hi, this is John Wellington.”

“I thought you might be calling.”

“Yeah, there’s something we need to talk about.”

“We got your message.”

“Yes, I know, but I think we should meet anyway. My Boss insists. You know how bosses are.”

“Yes, I understand. Same place?”

“Yes, that would be fine. Same time?”

“OK, five o’clock. See you then.”

They had arranged to meet at Bayfront Park, by the Anton Cermak plaque. Wellington enjoyed the short walk from his downtown office. It was another warm afternoon in Miami. He enjoyed the feel of the sun on his face, a pleasure he didn’t get by staying in his air conditioned office.

Sergei arrived a few minutes early. This time he didn’t inform his boss and he didn’t carry a wire. He figured he would give Gelman a briefing later. Wellington showed up right on time.

“Hi Sergei.”

Sergei shook his hand and they proceeded to walk together. It was a pleasant afternoon, not too hot with a slight breeze. They passed by some Hispanic children kicking a soccer ball. A young mother, presumably belonging to one of the boys, pushed a baby carriage a few feet behind them.

“Sergei, we’re a little concerned that you were following Professor Paige. We informed you of our intentions out of courtesy. Do you plan on doing anything that would complicate both of our lives?”

“We’re sorry about that. Aaron was just curious. He wanted to learn a little bit about Professor Paige, so he had him tailed.”

“So, you’ve decided to drop it?”

“Yes.”

Actually, Sergei didn’t know what his boss intended to do about the proposed Steinman hit, but one thing he knew for sure was that no decision had yet been made about what to do, if anything. Mossad had limited options. From a utilitarian perspective, it appeared the cost of doing something exceeded the benefits.

“That’s what I was hoping you’d say.”

“Have you decided to go through with the hit, or did you change your mind? Steinman’s small potatoes on the war on terror.”

Wellington smiled. “Well, maybe he’s small potatoes, but as far as I know, nothing has changed.”

“Have you decided when to do it?”

Wellington thought that Sergei was asking too many questions. If Mossad truly had decided not to interfere, perhaps he shouldn’t be asking so many questions.

“No, it’s not an urgent priority. It’s just on our list of things to do.”

Sergei laughed. “I’d love to see that list.”

“I’m sure you would. Well, I’ll let you get back to whatever you were doing.” Wellington extended his hand and Sergei shook it firmly. They took off in opposite directions. As Wellington passed by the hot dog and sausage vendor, he took a whiff of the grilled meat and fried onions that were assaulting his nostrils, stopped for a few seconds, turned around and approached the stand.

“Sausage, please. With onions, sauerkraut and mustard.” It had been a few years since he had tasted a vendor sausage. He was usually too busy with work to enjoy these small pleasures. He took a bite. The taste of the sausage, merging

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