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“That’s true. But it’s not for lack of trying. If I can pull this off, I’ll get Charlie back and maybe even prove myself to my boss.”
“You’re willing to risk your life?”
“It’s my brother. Wouldn’t you?”
“Yes, but…”
“Don’t you go telling me you’re a man and it’s safer.”
“I was going to say I was a SEAL and trained for this.”
Meghan sighed. Maybe she really had earned that nickname. “I’m sorry. I’m just so tired of being told I’m a woman so I can’t or shouldn’t do that.”
“You need to help her, John.”
“Meghan, Lizzie, that voice you hear is my wife, Melody.”
“Mel. And I’m sorry for eavesdropping but I heard John laughing, so I came to investigate.”
“Nice to meet you, Mel. I’m sorry I’m bothering your husband on a Saturday night.”
“We’re used to it. You have no idea how often this happens. No worries. I’m really sorry about your brother.”
“Thank you. We appreciate that.”
“I’ll leave you all to work it out. Be careful Meghan. It’s going to be a lot harder than you think.”
“I will.”
The phone was muffled for a few moments as Tex or John and Mel discussed something. Then he was back.
“John is my given name in case you were wondering. Tex is my name from the teams. I answer to either.”
“I wondered. So, will you help me get to Afghanistan?”
“Rafe is going to kill me, but yes I will. You need to promise to follow the rules.”
“What rules?”
“I’ll spell them out for you before you leave. Monday look for a package from me. It will be a new phone with a tracking device. This way I can keep an eye on you while you’re away.”
“You can do that?”
“Oh yeah. That’s nothing. Do you have a passport?”
“Yes. And yes, it’s current.
“Good. Do you have credentials for your paper? Press passes?”
“Yes. I do.”
“That’ll make things easier. Okay, hang tight while I see what I can come up with. I’d suggest you pack for winter. It’ll be cool and cold at night. Muted colors, nothing bright. You don’t want to stand out, trust me.”
“I will go shopping tomorrow.”
“As soon as I have more information, I’ll be in touch. If something changes in the interim text or call.”
“I will. Thank you. I really appreciate all you’ve done for us.”
