Blast from the Past
Leon's cell phone vibrated angrily on top of Chris' cocktail table as the group was about to turn in for the evening. Leon answered the phone before the second vibration began, as everyone else began to make his or her way toward the door.
The group of friends were saying goodnight and extending well wishes until they would meet again. Claire's smile vanished instantly as soon as she saw Leon's facial expression when he entered the foyer.
"Leon, what is it? What's wrong?"
Everyone turned at once to face the sullen and slightly paled face of their friend.
"An incident has occurred similar to the one in Raccoon City. This time it has affected a very large animal. I'll be briefed once I get to the airport, my Superior will be meeting me there."
The horrified expressions on the faces of the Ex-STARS members turned to determination once Chris' reply registered around the room.
"You're not leaving here without my. I can help!"
Jill, Berry, and Claire declared their own, "I'm coming, too!"
Sherry and Clark exchanged glances that showed great concern. They both knew that they would only be in the way because of their lack of combat training.
Sherry looked at Leon, "I can stay behind and research all that I'm able and radio all of you with updates."
"Thank you, Sherry," said Chris as he reached for his leather jacket and keys.
The group climbed into two separate vehicles , Chris, Jill and Berry in one while Claire and Leon climbed into the black Mustang. Sherry and Clark stood watching at the open front door as their friends drive off toward danger. Traffic would be light at this late hour and it gave Sherry about an hour to prepare before the group reached the Tampa airport.