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Curtis returns to CTU. Acting director Chapelle is clearly unhappy with Curtis' insubordination. Curtis goes to Chapelle's office, expecting he might be fired.

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Chapelle: You disobeyed my orders.

Curtis: I apologize sir. If you want to fire or suspend me, I'll understand.

Chapelle: That won't be neccessary. Get back to work.

Curtis: Thank you sir.

Chapelle: Don't thank me. I just don't have anyone to replace you just yet. I won't forget this.

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As Curtis walked out of George Mason's old office he saw Nadia Yassir. She simply said "I'm glad you're staying." From the White House president Bartlett is getting reports from New York. The national guard is putting down the riot, but it is still going on in some areas. The whole country is watching New York, it is important to make their stand here. As much as Josiah Bartlett would like to focus solely on his own grief, he will always have a lot on his plate. Meanwhile Aron Pierce arrives with three other Secret Service agents.

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Bartlett: What is it Aron?

Pierce: We'd like to move you to the bunker for your own safety sir.

Bartlett: I appreciate that Aron. But I'm not leaving until Zoey is back.

Pierce: With all due respect sir, this is not a request.

Bartlett: Are you saying that you, my bodyguards, are ordering me to go to the bunker?

Pierce: Yes sir. Under certain circumstances Secret Service can bring a president to safety, with or without his consent. We know what the terrorists are asking of you, and we can't be sure what you might do. Please sir, come with us.

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Bartlett decided to go with agent Pierce. It might be embarassing for a president to be dragged to the bunker against his will. As they went he got a call from Audrey.

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Bartlett: Yes Audrey?

Audrey: Mr president, I have Jack Bauer on the line.

Jack: Sir, Audrey explained the situation with Qumar. If you want me to do it, I will. But I need to know you authorized it.

Bartlett: As I'm sure youre aware Jack, my daughter is being held hostage.

Jack: Yes sir. Do you beieve they'll kill Zoey if you authorize this?

Bartlett: Can't rule it out. How long before you can do this?

Jack: Based on recent intel, about two hours.

Bartlett: Get into position, I'll have an answer before then.

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