Well it is finally here, the last part of my story. I know it took a while but I wanted to make sure it was just right. I want to thank my great beta JetNoir for getting this back to me so quickly and for all his great comments.
My next two projects are a sequel to Shattered Life and a fic based on the film The Remains of the Day (another Anthony Hopkins classic). I hope any mysteries about Death Trap will now finally be resolved.
Disclaimer: The plot is mine but the characters (except Sharpe)belong to Thomas Harris.
Death Trap
Epilogue – Aftermath
A glance at what was left in the new lovers wake:
The Tattler
FATAL BLOODBATH PIERCES HEART OF FBI
Four men have been left dead in what police have called an 'extreme act of brutality'.
Yet another incident has been added to the FBI's recent list of over the top shoot outs, and sadly this time it has been released that one of the victims was a federal agent. Echoes of the tragic Evelda Drumgo case which took the life of Special Agent John Brigham hang over the crime scene. Perhaps now the FBI will realise real law enforcement should not result in death on both sides.
The precise details regarding events on the 2nd of July are being kept secret by police and FBI. However it is known that officers reported to Falcion Way, after being told by an anonymous caller that a stolen car had been dumped in the vicinity. The Ford Mustang discovered was not listed as stolen, but was registered to FBI Agent Clarice Starling whose name was in the press recently, when her leadership of the Evelda Drumgo case was severely criticized. The extent of Starling's involvement in this most recent bloodbath is still unclear, but a statement was by released by the FBI yesterday saying 'we are very keen to talk to Agent Clarice Starling over recent events at Falcion Way. Although she is not a suspect in these murders; her current location is unknown, and anyone with information regarding her disappearance should come forward to help try and resolve this case'.
The FBI agent killed has been named as Alan Sharpe. At only 27 Sharpe had a promising career ahead of him, and could have possibly looked forward to further promotions and job opportunities. His funeral will be held later this week and it is expected that many family members, friends and work colleagues will attend to bid farewell to a man who tried to make our society a safer place. The other victims have not yet been identified and possible motives for this attack are still numerous and vague.
If the FBI continues to use such high levels of violence against criminals it can surely be only a matter of time before they strike back. When is someone going to decide what is really too much?
A look at how the media can disguise a greed for power as martyrdom:
Obituaries
Alan David Sharpe (27)
Killed in the line of duty.
Overcame a tough childhood, and had the help of many good friends to get to the respectable position he held. Hoped to one day take on the most senior role of Director of the FBI; where he would be able to introduce new measures to improve the organisation.
Killed whilst thinking of others.
A look at how old friends should understand new beginnings:
Personals
A.A. diAl are Agent
I could never live fully a life in which my heart was empty.
a cHANce Now I Bet And Love.
You may not understand why is has to be him but love will rescue you from the worst situation.
I received the greatest gift for my birthday.
A pair of one way wings so I can soar to my new freedom.
Ex Agent Little Bird