Help.
ChiCubsFan
Attachment (SUBSUBSECOPUTOP.DOC)
To: ChiCubsFan
From: Aquarius
Subject: Sub-Sub-Sec. Op Utopia
Go immediately to ground until further notified. Situation is extremely fluid and IAs’ intent not clear. I’ll do my best from this end to manage interface with signatories. Hold for further instructions but under no circumstances make contact with anyone.
I suggest you sequester your loved ones to circumvent application of Section Nine protocols.
Aquarius
25
“Alfred? Alfred Kropp, can you hear me?”
“Yes.”
“Alfred, I want you to do something for me. I want you to open your eyes, very slowly. Can you do that for me?”
“I’ll try.”
“There now. Is it too bright, Alfred? We can dim the lights.”
“Do I have to leave them open?”
“Only for a few minutes, if you can.”
“Okay.”
“Can you see me, Alfred? Can you see my face?”
“Yes.”
“Do you recognize me?”
“Yes.”
“And do you remember my name?”
“I—I’m not sure . . .”
“It’s all right. You’re perfectly safe here. Alfred, my name is Dr. Abigail Smith. Do you remember now?”
“No. Not really. You look familiar, though. Why can’t I move my arms?”
“We had to restrain you, for your own protection.”
“What if I need to scratch my nose?”
“Does your nose itch?”
“No, but just in case . . . I’m not sure I remember your name, ma’am, but your face is familiar, or at least this fuzzy image I’m getting of your face. Where am I?”