One day One very bad day

by jediknigh5

President Bartlett prepares to officially certify an ally in the war on terror, but others are trying to stop this. In desperation CTU must soon turn to former agent Jack Bauer. But Bauer hasn't been active since his daughter Kimberly was murdered. Can he keep his emotions in check long enough to complete his mission and save thousands of innocent lives?

5. Chapter 5

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President Deby's helicopter lands on the White House lawn. President Bartlett and his daughter Zoey are standing near as it lands. CTU Washington watches, fearing there could be assasins waiting. Bob Warner also watches intently. As the chopper lands president Deby and his son Charles walk out. They all shake hands and exchange pleasantries, Zoey and Charlie can barely keep their eyes off each other. George Mason and his staff are relieved, perhaps changing routes saved the Sangalan president's life. From his office Bob Warner once again channel-surfs, Dubaku better be getting ready, they're running out of time. Vice-president Hellar and his son Richard continue their argument.

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Hellar: Why do you think these people asked you to speak in the first place?

Richard: Because we agree on these issues.

Hellar: Did it ever occur to you that they only want you for one reason? Because you are my son?

Richard: I wish I weren't.

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Dubaku and his men have reached their target. They say a final prayer, that God will give them the strength to do what must be done. As Jack Bauer arrives at the airport he notices something unusual. Four men, wearing strange vests. They look to be explosive vests. Jack calls 911 to report this. He fears that airport security won't be notified in time and follows these men as they sneak in through the service entrance. They are focused on their mission, they don't notice anyone following them. Dubaku and his three men meet four others, they are also wearing explosive vests. Inside the employee lockers are eight assault weapons, just like Bob Warner promised. These eight terrorists go to the main floor. Before Jack can stop them they murder the security guards and begin rounding up civilians to use as hostages. They secure the hostages in the main floor and lock it from the inside. Dubaku announces to these hostages that they will not be harmed as long as the president complies to their demands. They now have roughly 30 hostages, including Teri Bauer. Jack is stuck in the locker room, he can't attempt any rescue without getting people killed. He can only pray for his wife's safety.

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