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?

68. Chapter 68

9:27

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At the White House C.J. Cregg, the acting press secretary, officially informs the press of what has happenned.

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C.J. At appromimately 9pm Zoey Bartlett was abducted by Secret Service agent Molly Quinn, who also murdered agent Justin Hartley. We believe the others involved were also involved in the attacks at the airport, the mall, and the attack on president Deby's motorcade. We appreciate any help the American people can give, any intel. We are setting up a hotline where people can call in with tips, anything they might have seen. We also advise that all reports be made to this, or to local law enforcement personnel. Do not attempt to engage those you think are involved, no not take matters into your own hands. The president has said that vigilantism will not be tolerated, and will be prosecuted later.

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As C.J. issued this statement two people were listening on their car radio, Molly Quinn and Ira Gaines. Molly tried keeping a low profile until they reached less traffic. Zoey was in the trunk of their car. She was tied up, but she regained conscioussness. Zoey recognized C.J.'s voice, she had been a big help on her father's campaign. She didn't realize exactly where she was, but soon realized she was in the trunk of a car. Most likely her kidnappers didn't know she was awake, she might be able to get out of these restraints. As Jack Bauer was talking to Teri he got a suprising call, from Audrey Raines. Jack said who it was, and took it in front of his wife. He didn't want her to think he was still hiding something.

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Jack: Audrey, is this important?

Audrey: Yes. Have you been watching the news?

Jack: Not really. Why?

Audrey: Zoey Bartlett has been kidnapped.

Jack: I'm sorry to hear that.

Audrey: We think it's the same people responsible for the attacks.

Jack: Juma's people, or the conspiracy from the White House?

Audrey: That's the problem, we don't know. We do however have evidence of someone else's involvement. Someone we can't prosecute officially. Given your history, your skills, we'd like you to handle that.

Jack: No. I can't do those things anymore, not now. If anyone asks later, I won't remember you asking me, but I won't do it.

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9:35