Fan Fiction |
by Jenny Tran
The ride up to the roof was long and agonizing for Mia as she was squeezed between two guys. Sum Gor blocking her every view. When the chime sounded, it was their cue to exit onto the roof. It was a slightly windy day as their jackets billowed. Sum Gor turned to Mia “Where’s the trade?”
She pointed to a box sealed up, it was near the edge of the roof “Over there. Check if for yourself.”
“You open it.” Sum Gor was not taking any chances as he pointed her there. Her eyes flickered towards Ryan. Slowly, she approached the box and peeled off the top tape. Before she opened it, she felt a hard object pointing to her head. She turned slightly to see the gun. Sum Gor smile arched to the side “You’re a fake.”
“NOW!” Mia cried as she whipped an elbow and circled her hands around the gun to point it away. A few shots escaped as Ryan turned and began to beat up the other four guys. Ben backed away to the side slowly.
“Son! Catch!” Sum Gor tossed the gun towards him as it landed and slid towards his feet. Ben picked it up, looked at it and tossed it over the edge of the building. The boss looked mortified as he struggled to overpower Mia.
Suddenly the elevator opened and appeared Cheung along with the other guys “Sum Gor, we have to go—” he halted at the scene as he yanked out his gun and pointed it at the three “On Chai, what the hell is going on?! Let Sum Gor go!!” he pointed the gun to Mia.
She pulled his arm to the back and whipped him in front of her “Go ahead and shoot!” she dared him. Leaning into Sum Gor’s ear, she whispered “Tell them to back off.”
“Move back.” He said obediently.
“Drop your gun.” Ryan pushed one guy towards Cheung “You guys are not going anywhere.”
“Ben, open the box and get the backpacks.” Mia instructed.
Sum Gor’s eyes widened in astonishment “Ben?”
Ben snapped the three buckles in place as he tossed one to Ryan, who speedily put it over his jacket. He returned to Mia’s side as “Didn’t think you would be fooled by your own son?” Mia snorted “Can’t even recognize your own child, what a disgrace to parents all over.”
Ryan took over so Mia could put on her parachute. On the trade off, Sum Gor had one second to make a quick getaway. He whipped his wrist away from Ryan and turned to punch him in the face. Ryan didn’t expect it as he moved his body away, knocking Ben over the ledge “BEN!!” he yelled. Snapping his head over, he saw Sum Gor had gotten away.
Mia moved over “No time. We have to go now.” She grabbed his hand without thinking and pulled him along as she jumped over the ledge. “How long until we release?!!!” She yelled over the whooshing sound of the wind.
“Count to 10!” Ryan replied. He looked down and pointed to a large target of cardboard boxes “We have to hit that!”
“I can’t even SEE that!!” Mia yelled.
Ryan noticed Ben’s parachute escape his bag as he was pulled up by the friction “NOW!” He let go of Mia’s hand and pulled his. Seconds later, Mia did the same. On ground floor, the team were awaiting the three parachutes as it got larger with each second. The police had surrounded the place and all elevators were locked. Their only escape from the roof was jumping or waiting for the police helicopter to get them.
Ben landed millimeters from the target. Reina and Matt rushed to his side to assist him “Are you okay?” Matt asked.
He took their helping hands while Reina help take off his parachute “Yeah…almost peed in my pants…but otherwise, I’m great.” He looked up after Ryan and Mia who had landed on top of Ryan “But I would not do THAT again.” He shivered making Reina laugh.
Darren dug through the parachute “Mia!”
She was waving her arms wildly to get the parachute off her. When she managed to get it off her, her hair was a mess “Hey, that wasn’t that bad.” She puffed a mouthful of air out to push away the strands dangling in front of her face.
“Ow…” there was a moaning from underneath her.
Mia’s brows ruffled “Did you hear something?”
“I think you’re sitting on Ryan.” Darren pointed.
She quickly hopped back and noticed that she was sitting on him “Oops.” She smiled weakly when Ryan turned to her viciously. His hand rubbing the back of his neck “Thanks for breaking my fall!” she grinned brightly.
“I’m not working with her again.” He said to Matt with a finger pointing to Mia.
Devin hung up the call he was on “Big news guys. Erin and Carmen are at the Police Station. Ted’s being held for possible conspiracy to let Ah Gam as well as 9 other prisoners loose.”
Mia scratched her head while the group gasped “Damn, how long was I up there?”
Darren took her hand and pulled her up in one swift movement “Come on. Ben, you come too.” Devin agreed with a nod. The group gathered into the P.R.A. van while the cops took over.
When they reached the station, Devin spotted Erin first when she was pacing back and forth in a waiting area “What’s going on?”
Erin stopped pacing and Carmen stood up “I found some documents that Ted signed, it was a little out of the ordinary.” Carmen explained “Daniel and the other lieutenants are questioning Ted right now.”
Devin nodded as Erin turned to him “We asked Sara but she doesn’t know what happened. She recalled a superior calling Ted this morning advising him to take out the patrol cars to escort the prisoners to a new location.”
“I guess we’ll have to wait.” Matt sighed. Erin nodded worriedly “We all know he’s innocent.” He added.
She smiled sadly “I know. But the evidence doesn’t look good.” She noticed Ryan rubbing his neck “What’s the matter?”
“I had a Mia fall on me.” He eyed Mia carefully.
“Our plan went very well.” Mia winked exaggeratingly.
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“Captain Kwong, how do you explain these signatures? Did you or did you not sign them?” a table of five uniformed and suited heads sat before him. Ted felt like a prisoner in his handcuffs.
He knew his only shot was to be honest “Yes, it is my signature. But I did not sign these documents.” He said earnestly.
“So they magically appeared with your signature?” The head Commissioner asked with extra sarcasm.
Daniel turned to the man “Let’s hear him out.” Returning to Ted, he asked “How do you explain this morning’s incident?”
“I ordered four patrol cars, including my own to come with me. I had them split up to trap the van when we first got notice that it was taken over. Two hit traffic. It was a bad call and I take full responsibility on it.” He answered boldly.
“Lucky for you, we were able to capture five escaped prisoners. But five are still on the loose and are extremely dangerous.” The General advised “If not for your years of dedicated work, you would be sitting in jail this very second, no questions asked.” He pointed to the table.
Ted nodded understandingly “I’m very grateful.”
“We will further investigate the essence of these signed documents. In the meantime, we have to keep you in temporary prison for 48 hours.” A Lieutenant advised.
“Yes, sir.” Ted looked devastated as he was led by his own colleague towards the temporary prison.
“Gentleman, I suggest we move this case to ICAC.” The Commissioner said without much thought.
“You think this is a bribery case?” Daniel asked and the elder man nodded “I disagree. Ted Kwong has an amazing record with the force. Not even a slight discharge. I believe he is being framed.”
“Commander, that is a hasty observation.” The Lieutenant shook his head in disagreement “Sometimes it’s the most unexpected person that is the most suspicious. Do they not teach you that in Cadet school to be cautious of everyone?”
“Yes, but I still think there is something not right about this whole thing. Why now? Why do the papers suddenly show up? Couldn’t it be possible that someone placed these documents into the file with Ted’s forged signature? It is not impossible to forge someone’s signature.”
The Commissioner had enough “That is a ridiculous allegation. Are you implying that there is a mole in the force working to take out a small Captain of the Homicide Department? Why not take myself out? Or even you Commander?” sighing, he shook his head “I will personally follow this case. Please, gentlemen, return to your stations for further notice.”
“Yes, sir.” They stood up and saluted him until he was out of the room.
Daniel shook his head, disappointed that he could not make his point across. He walked out to tell Erin the news when he saw the agents were present “Big party.”
“How’s Ted?” Erin stood up from her seat instantly from the sound of his voice.
He didn’t know how to tell them “I’m sorry. He’s being held in custody for two counts. Possible bribery and attempted conspiracy to release prisoners.”
“Bullshit!” Mia cursed.
“Mia.” Darren calmed her “They don’t have enough proof…do they?” he turned to Daniel.
“Apparently they do. Unless someone is willing to come out and admit that they framed Ted.” Daniel crossed his arms “It doesn’t look good.”
Devin shook his head “This is ridiculous.” He stormed off as the group stood in awe, wondering what he was going to do next. He walked into the Commissioner’s office without warning “These accusations are ridiculous and you know it. Ted is obviously framed.”
“Come in Devin.” The man said sarcastically “Just because you are the temporary Head of Security, gives you no right to disrespect me in my own office. The next time you walk in here, I want you to knock—”
“Cut the crap, James. You know this is not the issue. You said it, I am the Head of Security, I have every right to be involved with this case.” Devin said with much authority. He was not backing down.
The man squinted with pressed lips “This is a police case and you do not and should not be involved. I have assigned a few officials to work with me but I refuse to have you or the P.R.A. to get involved. I know Ted use to work for the team but he is with the force now. You have no right to dipped your dirty paws into this case.”
“Then I resign.” Devin pulled out his wallet and yanked out the gold badge “Good luck finding a new Head of Security. I don’t get paid enough as it is.” He prepared to walk out when he heard the magic words.
“Wait!” The Commissioner knew their current situation would be a mess if they found someone to take Devin’s place. The process of finding a new Head was long and grueling. He would have to do two people’s job if Devin quit “How do you think we should handle this?” gritting his teeth, he hated lowering his voice.
Devin turned, a smirk on his face “Easy. Ted goes into the P.R.A. custody, I take full responsibility if he disappears during the case. I want to know every nook and cranny of the case as it progresses. Anything that needs to be signed, add me to it.”
It was over the top what he was asking, but the Commissioner had no choice “Done.”
“What was that?” Devin asked with a turned ear towards the angered man.
“Do not push your luck, Devin.” He clenched.
Devin chuckled “Have a sense of humor James. No wonder your wrinkles are catching up to you.” Nodding slightly, he took his badge and walked out “Good day.” He closed the door quietly after exiting. Sighing, he was taking a chance pulling the ‘I quit’ stunt but was happy it worked.