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At the house the leader tells his men that after Kate Warner is free they should kill the kid and leave. Their orders are to let Conner go if Doyle cooperates, but he knows too much, could possibly identify them later. Palmer is on the phone with Brad Hammond from Division.
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Palmer: How long before the rescue attempt is underway
Hammond: At least ten minutes.
Palmer: Is there any way to make agent Doyle delay?
Hammond: No sir. Agent Doyle has made it clear he'll help Kate Warner escape is his son is in danger. There is another option. We can have Bauer and Hoffman go in early.
Palmer: It's my understanding that puts their hostages in more danger.
Hammond: Yes sir. If Bridgit or Conner die, that would be tragic. It would however give agent Doyle no incentive to help Kate Warner.
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President Palmer thought about this. Jack Bauer was the best he'd ever seen, but he couldn't save everyone. He decided to call Jack personally.
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Palmer: Jack, how much longer until the plan is ready?
Jack: Five minutes, maybe ten. I know we're on a clock sir but we can't change that.
Palmer: I know. If you were to go in now, would you be able to secure the hostages?
Jack: I don't know, the risk would go up if we go in prematurely. But the decision is your mr president.
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Palmer thought about this. Hammond was right about one thing, they had a limited time to apprehend Kate Warner. If they went in now, win or lose they had a better chance of stopping her plans. But an innocent child's life would be in more danger. Palmer told Jack to wait until they were ready, take every precaution to save young Conner.
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