Chapter 190

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Eve began having second thought's about her decision to be an informant. The Brotherhood weren't all bad, they believed in what they were doing. But could Eve really let them commit acts of terrorism? Was defecting even an option? She'd already given up two members to the Texas Rangers. When Amy came home Sunday nights she was in tears.

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Eve: What's wrong?

Amy: My parents were arrested by the FBI.

Eve: Why?

Amy: Because their daughter is a traitor.

Eve: No. Benteen was a fanatic, so are his successors. Anyway, maybe Douglas can negotiate a prisoner exchange.

Amy: A large scale one maybe. But I don't know if my mom and dad will be included. I'm so scared for them.

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Eve had no words, so she just help Amy and let her cry in her arms. Even went to see Ranger Burkle on Monday after work. Amy had agreed to cover for her if the need arose. Eve identified Lee and the cop from pictures. She didn't identify anyone else from meetings, she wasn't sure any of them were involved in terrorism.

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Burkle: I have to say Eve, you're being pretty stubborn. I thought we agreed you would help us, and yourself.

Eve: I told you who the terrorists were. But I'm not giving you an excuse to round up dissidents.

Burkle: Your situation is precarious.

Eve: I'm just confused is all.

Burkle: Understandable. Two years ago, I wouldn't have dreamed of secceeding from the United States. Now here we are. I just wonder where your loyalties lie.

Eve: Mostly with Amy.

Burkle: And what about your friend, mr Sanchez. We take a very dim view of avowed loyalists with un-reported cellphones. Why haven't you told me about him?

Eve: He's just talking to his son. I heard him a couple of times, they're just making sure the other one is safe.

Burkle: You still should've told us.

Eve: I don't want to be an informant. If I hear about specific terrorist attacks, I'll report it. But other than that, I'm not informing on my friends.

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Eve felt good about not being an informant for the Texas Rangers anymore. But she was also worried about where exactly she stood, if anywhere. As Eve walked home with Amy she realized that she had never really appreciated clean streets before 2/4. Now, there was trash on the streets, graffitti on the walls. Janitors picked up some, but many seemed less motivated since seccession. There were posters, advertising either the collective army, or the Republic of Texas. Many were torn down by vandals, leaving only bits and pieces on the wall. People were also less motivated for lawn maintanence. Grass became high, attracting more bugs. Homes fell apart slowly, creating more eye-sores. Eve showered, but had to conserve water. These were more reasons she missed the pre-2/4 world.