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"What have you uncovered, Nat? I don't think the scrubs around here know very much, just that there were scientists. We should find Smith, see if he knows how we should get across the border."
After Richard finishes helping Genny with what she asked for help with, he takes off the smock, "Well, it was nice meeting you. And thanks for the smock, and speaking of which, the suit improves the way people see me, which helps to make what you say sound more legitimate than it might usually. When dealing with people like I do, that's important. Now if you'll excuse me, I should go meet up with my associate and discuss some things. If you need anything of me personally, don't hesitate to find me." Richard then looks for Nat.
"In addition, we are working on procuring additional funds to assist this camp in helping the region and its people recover from this war. But until then, the people here need you to help them. Not me, not American philanthropists, but you and you and you and all of you. Together, we will make a difference in this region." Once he and Nat are done speaking, he returns to Genny and puts the smock on. "Sorry about that. As you heard, I am here to help in procuring funds on behalf of the Chandler Global Humanitarian Aid; the American philanthropists I mentioned. And as you've seen, I also have a way with words. And speaking of which," Richard begins as he helps Genny with what she told him to do, "The reason I came all the way here is to gather information on the situation. My associate can handle the men in charge, but I prefer to people like you who might be a bit more blunt in their honesty, to get a better sense of what's going on. So, can you tell me anything about these attacks? And aside from the attacks, has anything else happened in the area? I heard some men mention something about scientists up north. Are they involved in the attacks?"
Jason glances around real quick for some cleanish (not bloody) scrubs or such to put on.
Jason shows the woman his ID, "Richard Chandler II, Red Cross. Mind if you tell me your name? I'd like to ask you some questions while my associate gets in touch with the director." He touches her arm briefly and smiles, "But first, do you need any help?"
"Well then, we should probably get to work asking around, shouldn't we, Nat?" Jason looks around the tents for one that only has one person in it, preferably a woman.
"So, all we need to do is get 5km away from this village without being spotted by the moderate to heavy military presence? Sadly, my only contacts cover sleight of hand and security. So unless we need to sneak into a secure location, they won't be much help. Still, we should be safe here for the moment, so long as we keep out of sight."
Jason takes his ID back and nods at the guards before getting back in the vehicle. Once everyone is inside, he speaks to Nat, "Good call. Knowing the Russians, I wouldn't have had much luck trying to seduce them myself."
Jason steps out of the vehicle and shows the guards his ID without saying a word.
"Damn communists," Jason mutters to himself, "But you've got a point. I hardly know much about medicine, but I've played the part before and at least this time I have a little bit of time to prepare...not that it didn't work last time. I was hoping I could use the promise of wealth and some guile to get us out of a jam of needed, but hey, I guess money really can't solve all your problems, can it?" Jason turns to Nat, "Of course, I wouldn't want to steal your thunder here, Nat, so how do you want to do this?"
"I believe my Richard Chandler identity could come in handy here. As we discussed, Nat, I'll be your benefactor, funding your trip and making a sizable donation to the Red Cross to earn the favor of the locals and the government. If anyone else needs IDs, I can attempt to forge some with the materials we bought before. Now, what else do we need? A vehicle of some kind?"
It's d20: Everything is up to skills :P
Is there any way I could fit my Richard Chandler identity into this scenario? We're sneaking into Afghanistan, right? I think we already had the idea that I'm helping fund some Red Cross stuff here while also looking to build some oil rigs to export oil cheaply or something.
"I've parashuted once or twice; always results in wrinkled clothes and unstyled hair. But that's what they pay me for. Once down, I'll need to freshen up as soon as possible before Nat and I procure a safe house."
Oh, good idea. But um...does anyone have any money? I could woo the real estate agent into giving us a good deal, I'm sure. Or should we impersonate someone?
What would be the first step to getting a safehouse?
GM, do I still not have have access to my Lifestyle houses? If I had them, those would make good safehouses. One of them is a suite.
"I agree with Smith. That's our primary objective here. Al-Salahar should be able to help us with that, seeing as we came all the way out there to find him. If we happened to help save the ISI from an attack and data theft, then all the better, but that's not what we were sent here to do."
Can my Disguise skill be used on you, Nat? I invested in Falsify :)
"Is it Antonova, Nat?"
Jason adjusts his cufflinks and tightens his tie after securing his gun under the left side of his double-breasted jacket. "Sounds like a plan. You go get the car started and I'll let Smith and Al-Salahar know we're going and meet you outside."
"I don't care what we do to her as long as I don't... get anything on my clothes in the process. Aside from that, my charm seems to fall apart upon hitting the language barrier."
Don't look a gift horse in the mouth, Smith :p Especially if it's a gift horse of torture.
Jason slips his swiss army knife into Smith's hand (trying not to be seen by the prisoner). "Nat, before I forget, could I have my gun back?"
Does my swiss army knife have pliers?
It makes sense that I'm botching my rolls seeing as I don't speak Russian :P I'm trying to charm her and probably insulting her in 3 different ways. In that case, actually: GM, Ward will stop trying to charm the Russian now.
Damn, Macomb isn't taking any risks, is he? Also, I'm not sure if I need to do anything during this interrogation? I (my character) don't speak Russian and you're already rolling for me, it seems.
I'm out of town until tomorrow night. So I won't be on until then, or most likely, until Friday. Sorry :(
Jason follows Al-Salahar into The Room.
Jason gives pursuit, "Hey, stop right there! You're either scared or an enemy, so stop or I will gun you down where you stand!" He fires off a warning shot to prove that he has a weapon.
Oh well, maybe next time. I already delcared my action.
Can I hear them?
Jason takes the pistol and heads out the door "I'll let you lead the way. We need to secure all other entrances."
Jason steps back. "The door is locked. We need you to open it."
Sorry, it was a long weekend and then today was the worst day I've ever had (or at least in the top 5). I'll try get out a reply real quick. Sorry.
"Is the armory behind this door?" Jason asks, pointing at the door ahead of them.
Jason follows Al-Shalahar, but yells back at Nat, "Remember, we only go by our codenames until we have the area secure!"
Jason throws his gun to Nat then turns to Al-Salahar, "Can we get to the armory without getting in the line of fire?" Jason pulls out his swiss army knife, because an improv blade weapon is better than fisticuffs in a gun fight.
Jason slides the bag across the table to Al-Salahar after taking out two pastries for him and Nat. "Is this room secure?" He reaches into his jacket, grabbing an ID card above his concealed gun.
"Thank you, um...what's your name? Oh, and we also brought some pastries for you guys. We figured you could use a snack." Jason offers them the bag so that they may take a pastry.
Jason looks for nametags on them.
You'd be surprised how far a nice smile, a good outfit, and a fancy car will get you. Richard takes the money. Thanks for this. Now, I'll go buy us some treats to bribe the guards. You pull up and approach the guards. Use some of that advocate training of yours to get them to believe we're new interns or something. The ball is in your court now, Nat. Once pulled over, Richard looks for a street vendor selling coffee or pastries or something. If he hears them speak English, then all the better.
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