The Eville Protection Plan by Peterson Holand

Author:Peterson, Holand [Peterson, Holand]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, mobi, epub
Published: 2013-03-26T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 19- Followed

The moment Hammett and Vega stepped out of Fabio’s trailer the two inspectors split up, moving as hastily as possible without drawing undue attention. Hammett’s exceptional eyesight would be best served from a high vantage point, rather than at ground level amidst the roiling sea of travelers. Additionally, of the two detectives, the Cyclops was by far the easiest to spot in a crowd and the farther away he was from potential CN agents the better. The solution to both of these issues lay in the expansive network of maintenance and security tunnels surrounding the station. While the architects of Andresholl Station made every attempt to retain a natural look, highlighting the rock formations and awesome stones, lighting, power, plumbing and the like all had to be incorporated behind the scenes to make the transportation hub functional. An access point to this tunnel network had been spotted close to Fabio’s parking spot. The door, of course, was well secured to keep unauthorized people out. Fortunately, high-ranking UEL officials were provided full access, and with a wave of his badge over an electronic panel, Hammett slipped through the door.

Unsurprisingly, the maintenance tunnels were not afforded the same love and attention as the publicly visible portions of the station. Thick wires, hoses, tubes and the like lined the ceiling and walls of the dimly lit tunnel. Debris, grease and assorted trash mixed with rodent droppings littered the path before him. Hammett coughed as he inhaled the humid, sewage-tainted air. After several moments of clicks and swipes, he pulled up a schematic of the station’s maintenance network on his handy electronic device.

“I’m currently heading north-northeast. Another three minutes and I’ll be in position.” The detective spoke directly into his device in a low, clear voice as he walked forward.

In time the Cyclops came upon a series of panels and glowing buttons, along with a marked increase of wiring. He grasped a conspicuous metal handle set into the wall, and with a tug pulled it inward. Brilliant light poured into the tunnel as the clamor of the central hub appeared far below him. Carefully he stepped out of the tunnel and onto a short stone ledge which supported a giant light. The heat emanating from the light source was oppressive, and Hammett hastily removed his coat and rolled up his sleeves before stretching out on his stomach. He peered down into crowd, alternating between looks through a small spyglass and concentrated pans with his naked eye. Vega had reached his position, sitting inconspicuously on a bench near a shop.

“I have you in my sights. Can you hear me well enough?” In response, Vega stretched, nodding his head slightly. “Very good. I imagine it will be a few minutes yet before they arrive.”

Hammett panned the scene below, eyes peeled for anyone who even remotely looked like a potential Cosa Nosferatu agent. He’d already spotted dozens of men and women who could easily fall into that classification, but from this distance there would be no way to know for certain.

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