Chapter 7: Sasquatchs, Tigers and Bears

Hogan saw the dark house from their hiding place in the woods. He scanned the area for a few minutes listening for any sounds. Nothing was heard but the night creatures and the beating of his own heart When Hogan felt it was clear; he motioned for LeBeau to wait while he made his way to the house. He crept up to the house and tapped the code on the door. He brought his gun up and had it ready to fire incase it wasn't Tiger at the door. To Hogan's relief, he heard the response code and saw Tiger standing in the doorway when it opened.

"Come in Colonel." Tiger said

Hogan lowered his gun andmotioned that it was safe for LeBeau to come. LeBeau ran to the door and quickly entered.

"What is the emergency Colonel? Your message sounded urgent." Tiger asked concerned

Kinch knows me too well, but then againI did make a big deal about it. Sometimes I wonder what Iwould do without him? I pray I neverhave to find out."It is about LeBeau's family. He received word that they were taken to a concentration camp. We don't know which one. I was wondering if you could use your contacts and find them." Hogan looked at LeBeau and saw a half worried half relieved look on his face. "If there is any way possible to get them out saftly, please do it. I will let LeBeau give you're their descriptions and information. I am going to go keep look out."

"Merci Colonel." LeBeau said. He then turned to Tiger and started talking in French to her.

Hogan walked to the window and looked out. The night was still and calm. For once no bombs exploding and no gunshots could be heard. It was easy to forget there was a war going on. Poor LeBeau. I can only imagine how I would feel if it was my family. I would hate to know that the Nazi flag replaced the flag flying over Washington. My mom would never survive a work camp. Hogan closed his eyes as tears threaten to fall.I miss you so much mom and dad. I know you miss me, but...but I am doing what I must to keep you safe. He took a deep breath.I don't even want to think about what they would do to my sister. Hogan turned to see how things were going between LeBeau and Tiger. His heart must be breaking with anticipation. I need to keep him busy so hopefully he won't think about it as much.

"Merci Tiger for all your help." Hogan heard LeBeau say. Hogan wiped his eyes trying to hide his feelings and walked back over to the group.

"I am sorry about your family and we will do what we can to find them." Tiger answered.

"Come LeBeau. We better be getting back incase they decide to have a surprise bed check." Hogan sugested without looking at anyone.

"Auvoir Tiger." LeBeau said as he opened the door and checked outside. When he was sure the coast was clear, he headed to the woods.

"Thanks Tiger. I appreciate the help." Hogan said, but would not look at her in the eyes. One reason was becausehe didnt want her to seehis red eyes and the other was guilt. Why is it I feel guilty? Tiger and I are just friends. We have no commitment to each other. I… Hogan's thoughts were interrupted.

"Colonel is there something wrong?" Tiger asked concerned that he wouldn't look her in the eye.

Hogan shook his head and forced himself to look her in the eye briefly. "I have to go. Stay safe." With that he made his way to the woods where LeBeau was waiting.

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"'Old still Kinch. I don't want to try and explain to the gov'nor that the outfit is torn and we can't go through with his crazy plan." Newkirk said as he tried to put the finishing touches on the outfit without poking anyone with the needle

"Could you have made this outfit any heavier?" Kinch commented trying to get use to the weight.

"'Ay the gov'nor said to make it bullet proof and that is what I did. It isn't my fault that stuff is 'eavy. There finished." Newkirk stepped back to get a good look at Kinch. "I am not sure what you are suppose to look like, but I doubt the Krauts do either. Try walking."

"I feel silly."

"Pretend you are going to a costume party." Kinch started walking like Carter had told him. "Seem convincing to me."

"Wow! You did a great job Newkirk." Carter said as he came down in the tunnels. "You are exactly as I pictured it when my grandpa described it to me.

"Glad I could figure out your description. I still don't see how this is going to work. The gov'nor has come up with some crazy plans in the past, but this takes the cake."

"I hate it." Kinch commented trying hard not to scratch.

"You are just saying that because you are wearing the outfit." Newkirk said making a minor adjustment.

"I think he is just trying to get even with me for making him get some rest." Kinch readjust the outfit. "I guess I will go play the record." Kinch took off the outfit and played a few roars and headed upstairs.

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Hogan's heart stopped momentarily when he heard the roars and flashes of his dream came to his mind as well as when he first heard that sound. "Something wrong Colonel?" LeBeau whispered.

Hogan shook his head and motioned to keep moving. When they got near the tunnel entrance, Hogan motioned for LeBeau to stop and get down. Since they left, the guard had been doubled. Currently there were three guards hanging around the tree stump that doubled as the door to the tunnel.

They waited for a moment to see if the guards would move, but they didn't. Hogan motioned for LeBeau to wait and when it was clear to go down the tunnel. LeBeau nodded in agreement.

Hogan took out his pistol and headed away from the tunnel. When he felt he was a safe distance away and shielded by some trees incase the guards decided to shoot first and ask questions later, he started stomping around and shook a few small trees to get their attention.

His plan worked and the guards from the tree stump ran in the direction of the noise. When the guards were far enough away, LeBeau went down the tunnel as fast as he could. As he closed the lid he heard a couple of rifle shots. Oh no!