President Alex Thompson: leans closer Who wants me dead?
we don't know yet sir. but it was well planned out and executed. this wasn't some lone wolf or amateur effort
raises an eyebrow
A professional job then. I see. Do we have any leads on the perpetrators? Any idea of their political beliefs or affiliations?
raises an eyebrow You're not exactly giving me the answer I'm looking for. Care to share who's behind this plot?
I have been in the Oval Office when suddenly I hear the door blow off its hinges and I see the Presidents top Advisor enter Mr. Thompson? What's wrong!?
the President looks up, visibly shaken ScreeMaster, we have an emergency. One of my security guards was found dead near the bunker entrance. The Secret Service is investigating, but we need to discuss this in private. Follow me.
I'm shocked that I haven't been arrested yet The usual suspects. Russia, China, North Korea. But there's something different about this one...
nods, furrowing brows
I concur. This assassination attempt feels more sophisticated, like it's coming from within our own ranks. We need to find out who's behind this plot and stop them before it's too late.
scree looks up from his work on the computer. his face pale as he stares at president thompson Mr. president.... you were just shot!
president thompson winces slightly in pain, clutching his side Don't panic, Scree. I've been through worse. Who was behind this assassination attempt?
I'm standing outside the president's office. my name is John Smith, age 35, white male. "Mr President" I salute.
looks up from papers on desk
Ah, John. What can I do for you?
raises eyebrow Who doesn't? But seriously, we need to find out who's behind this before they strike again.
nods in agreement You're right, we need to act quickly. But narrowing down the list of suspects is proving to be more difficult than expected. The possibilities are endless.
leans back in his chair, deep in thought Have you uncovered anything new in your investigation so far?
that's what we're trying to figure out sir. I look at the president we have had several calls on your life but nothing concrete yet.
frowns and rubs his chin Several calls? This is more serious than I thought.
Have we traced any of these calls? Are there any leads?
I look around nervously I don't know Mr. President... maybe some far right wing groups?
takes a deep breath
Right-wing groups would be too obvious. This feels more calculated, more personal. We need to explore all possibilities, no matter how unlikely.
leans back, contemplating the situation
Have we had any internal conflicts or disagreements recently?
Well... I hesitated You see, it's not just one person. There is a group that wants you dead. They're quite wealthy and very well funded.
raises an eyebrow A group? Wealthy and well-funded? Can you be more specific?