Radiation Clan was no longer around. 09-003 and 09-001 were the only survivors. That was good information. I looked at the AEP unit. "Was the Radiation transmission hub uncovered?" I asked. He said "It's really hidden just in case the other factions tried to attack us. Humans can't find the locks, let alone open them." He was giving us a wry smile. Looking at the investigators, I said "This is crucial information. I wonder which one of them is going to claim credit for this." Terrance said "Whichever one it is, we finally have another transmission hub we can control." Nancy agreed, adding "The last thing I want to do is fight my way both in and out of whatever base they have made for themselves." "I think it would be be a great team exercise and show of trust if we mobilized on this a a full coalition. There are too many fault lines to deal with because we just started. Having a common goal will be a big part of keeping this project together." I said. "I don't like the sound of that. Last time, you had us go in the bank with Sonic Clan." Marion warned. "Don't worry. We'll have tons of back up this time."
My hand extended towards 09-003. "If you are willing to testify what you have said to the coalition tomorrow, PBJ Clan can offer you protection from the syndicates and let you see 09-001 again." I told him. The investigator just stared agape at me. "What the hell are you doing!? 09-001 is a walking radioactive bomb!" Nancy yelled. I just looked at them and said "You guys have to trust me. I am the chief of security here. If you honestly have a problem with this, you guys can come armed. I trust you not to just assassinate Wind Clan members if they show up." "Well, obviously, I have to come in armed to the teeth now." Marion said mockingly. 09-003 looked at me warily. "I don't trust humans." he said. "Then you can look and see for yourself. 09-001 is still alive and well. You won't be able to free him because I will have all of my strongest clan members guarding him from now on, but you can see him and talk to him all you want until the meeting." He did not take my hand. He just stood up on his own and followed me. The investigators were behind him. We went to the lounge so they could meet.
All the police officers were on edge. They had seen all sorts of shit. It was still the safehouse for the region. From what I heard, a PEP unit that was shot to swiss cheese was brought in on a gurney and rolled past them. Once they were fixed they came down to have a few glasses of lemonade. It was understandably eerie. I brought some heavy hitters with me as we went up the stairs. Adrian, Aaron, Caleb, Cameron, Charlie, Wendy and Brenden to all joined the watch. I was not going to let 09-003 pull a fast one on me. Calling the Sonic Clan leader, she was upset. "Why call me if you were not going to follow my instructions?" she asked. "I'll let you know as soon as you get here. As the leader you have to hear this. His story is going to have to be part of the agenda of the meeting." I told her. There was a brief pause. "I think I should come now if it is that important." she said. I shrugged and said it was up to her. She met us in the lounge 2 hours later. I told her what 09-003 told me as well as my plan to make use of their information. She nodded her head. "This might work out." she admitted.
