Chapter Seven
Thirty minutes later…
After a discussion with a surprisingly understanding LAPD Lieutenant Walker, Don was finally able to find a route to the FBI.
Knowing that Gary Walker was being patient with him was slightly surprising but even Don knew that it was only limited since they had a lot of damage to assess and get everyone home as soon as possible.
'It's all the luck.' Don thought to himself as they drove away
It turns out the multiple vehicle crash was the result of not one but two drunk drivers crashing into each other, which just adds more to Don's frustration in the situation he is finding himself with Kim's parents, but he didn't want it showing.
'Can't people just take a cab home if they are that out of it.' He thought to himself in both annoyance and disgust.
It took another ten minutes before he was able to use a more familiar route to the office, but there was still a lot of traffic, which just added more time for them.
"You'd think L.A. would be better prepared for traffic." Ellen commented offhandedly, which Don carefully chose not to respond.
He was in no mood to debate the state of the road system of L.A. or anywhere in general and just focused on getting to the FBI.
He just wondered how this day would get any worse, at the same time a car was starting to follow him.
Meanwhile…
Lar's Cafe
Charlie was enjoying himself in his conversation with Amita, glad that they had the opportunity to do so.
Their conversation, however, was soon interrupted when his phone rang, making him wonder who could be calling him at this moment.
When he answered, he was surprised to hear Larry on the other line, given the older man's refusal to use a phone, meaning it could be serious.
"Slow down, Larry, what happened?" Charlie said, getting concerned
As he listened, his face grew in horror while Amita was wondering what happened to get that reaction.
"I'm on my way." Charlie said before ending the call.
"What happened?" Amita asked as she followed him
"Someone broke into CalSci and stole important documents from several professors, including me." Charlie answered as they got into her car, making her wonder why someone would do that.
They were about to find out.