The Investigators, Inc. The Mysterious Catch Me Case. Chapter 13. Escape!

The Major and Clarence were still talking with the Fat Man, sharing Major’s plan to help him. And hopefully to catch Angelica too. Or, at least to stop her permanently. It would be nice to stop the Fat Man at the same time, but perhaps we should not be too greedy or something may go wrong. “You know Major, you are taking quite the chance reappearing like this,” said Fat Man, “everyone thought you were dead, and that is a great way to hide in the open.”

“Yes, I know,” said Major, “but this was important and you and I have always gotten along nicely. Plus, I did not want someone to take down your organization, and perhaps kill you at the same time. You have likely heard of a woman named Angelica.” “Oh yes, Major,” he said smiling, “I am keeping an eye on her, that is not news.”

“But did you know that she has people working in your organization?” asked Major, “And high up too.” “What?!” shouted Fat Man, “Who is it? I will deal with them immediately!” “Well, one that I know of for sure is Dolph,” said Major. “Dolph? I trust him with my life,” said Fat Man. “And you might just pay with your life too,” said Major, “Dolph is Angelica’s boyfriend, has been for a few years now.”

By this time the Fat Man was turning a dark red. “Find Dolph for me, and fast!” he yelled. “Oh, I am sorry Fat Man, I should have told you sooner,” said Major, “I have both Dolph and Cenn in my, uh, care.” “I do not care about Cenn, he is just totally useless,” said Fat Man, “but I do want Dolph back, I will deal with him.” “I have a plan that might help us both,” said Major, “since Angelica is trying to take down my organization as well.

She seems to have come across some money, and she is using it to destroy us. We just discovered some my organization that were working for her. They have regretted it now. But I thought we could let Dolph escape, I will make it look good so he will not suspect anything. When he comes back, let him continue his job, but watch him closely, and do not let him come near you.”

“Hmm, that does sound good,” said Fat Man. “Then Dolph will undoubtedly contact Angelica,” said Major, “and I have put a chip into his phone that will give her exact location if he calls or texts her. Then we get to take her down instead. But if Dolph disappears, she will think he talked and will disappear completely. After all, she learned from Toledo.” “Did she work for him?” asked Fat Man.

“She is his half sister,” said Major, “and she thinks just like him, but I believe she is even more dangerous than Toledo ever was. We do not want to lose her now when we are so close to stopping her.” “I very much agree with you Major,” said Fat Man, “Walt, a red envelope for the Major.” “No need to pay me Fat Man,” said Major. “I do things my way,” he replied, “it is just pocket change anyway.”

“Um, Fat Man,” said Clarence, “that guy over there looks to be recording our conversation.” “Walt, stop him!” said Fat Man. The man then drew out a gun, but Walt was ready with his and shot the man. “Yep, he was recording,” he said, “but nothing sent yet.” “A blue envelope for Clarence,” said Fat Man, “you were always good at paying attention around you.” He laughed and his 400+ pounds were jumping all over.

Major and Clarence left, then Major’s plan began. The guard came with lunch for Dolph and Cenn, instead of a shoulder holster, he had a side hip holster. He set the food tray on the table, leaving the door open and Dolph went for the gun, shooting the guard. Then the 2 brothers went out into the hall where they met 2 other guards and Dolph shot them also. Soon they were off running down the street.

Dolph called in and Fat Man sent a couple men to pick him up. Cenn was told to go his own way, which he did. Meanwhile, back to us at home. “Well, well, little kitty Kat,” said Tank sarcastically, after getting back on his feet, “you are always so tough when you sneak up on someone and do not give a chance for a fair fight. How about fighting me now and I will break you in two!”

“Do as he says, Kat,” said Baldwin. “Fine wimp,” said Kat to Tank, “come and see what you can do.” Tank walked toward Kat and stopped. He took a swing, but Kat was gone, she was now standing beside Tank and she kicked him in his side knocking him down. He got up right away and headed back toward Kat.

She then flew into action, kicking him 3 times, then one last kick to his head. He fell to the floor, dead. Brad was now on his feet and took a vase to hit Kat with, but Snow saw what he was doing and “Thwock!”. Brad fell to the floor, dead…

To Be Continued.

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