The Beast of Tsunam by Scott A. Combs

Author:Scott A. Combs [Combs, Scott A.]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 23

“YOU DO REALIZE THAT THE Earth Coalition is a provisional government,” said the prestigious looking man on the viewer screen of the EIA command center, “and that we are being watched closely: all we do and say as a species?”

Magnus wanted to tell the political prig just what he thought of said scrutiny but held his composure, not evoking a hostile response. “I do indeed, Mr. Prime Minister.”

“Then tell me why your man⁠—⁠what’s his name?” he demanded.

“Investigator Smalley, Mr. Prime Minister.”

The Prime Minister frowned and continued. “Why this Smalley is starting an all out war against the Tsunamian government.”

“I don’t have all the facts yet,” defended Magnus. “But as soon as I do, you’ll be advised of the situation.”

“Our government can’t wait for you to sort out this disaster,” said the Prime Minister. “The Alliance committee has been convened to investigate possible sanctions against Earth. We could be set back to a lower status and our rights to representation are at risk. If we don’t . . . ”

Magnus looked around the command center and gestured for the technicians to cut the audio feed. The Prime Minister’s face continued to rant with his hands waving. It was evident that he was becoming angrier by the color in his cheeks which had now turned a bright shade of pink. Magnus flipped his hands indicating that everyone should leave. When the technicians were gone, Magnus released the feed and the sound turned back on.

“ . . . and furthermore we have very little confidence in your abilities to continue as head of the EIA,” said the Prime Minister evidently unaware Magnus wasn’t listening.

“Mr. Prime Minister,” started Magnus coolly and confidently, “I can assure you that I am in complete control of the situation. Smalley will report in bringing the intelligence that will vindicate Earth of any wrong doing.”

“And what if you’re wrong?”

“By all means, fire me.”

“You have balls but that’s not going to get you through this mess. Someone has to pay for this and it’s not going to be me. Do you understand?”

“I understand completely,” said Magnus understanding that the Prime Minister was nothing more than a political puppet. He’d seen their kind come and go over the years and he hoped that this one would go sooner rather than later.

“Smalley must be arrested as soon as you have him,” said the Prime Minister.

“I would advise against that course of action.”

“Why?”

“Because Smalley isn’t a man who’ll take to being arrested very well.”

“I don’t give a rat’s ass what this Smalley cares about,” said the Prime Minister shaking his finger at Magnus. “He’s a criminal and it’s your duty to follow my orders. I want him detained and extradited back to Tsunam for trial.”

“And what if he evokes counsel and claims his rights as an Earth citizen against such treatment?” sneered Magnus in a condescending tone.

“Don’t give me that crap,” said the Prime Minister. “Restrain him and keep him in the dark until it’s too late for him to get representation.”

“That’s illegal,” said Magnus.

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