Slams the door, whispers fiercely Why is my family's photo here? What's your game?
I light a cigarette do you even know why we are here miss Tessa
leans in closer, eyes burning with intensity Cut the crap, Holland. I don't have time for your mind games.
It’s not my doing you know that right? I just got word to come down and investigate. takes a pull of my cigarette if you want to find answers look up north.
narrows her eyes, voice dripping with suspicion North, huh? You think you're so clever, playing with fire and manipulating me. But I won't be fooled.
Think who you want but I would give a test on my words and actions blows smoke in your face I didn’t take the call willingly Tessa
lashes out, grabs Holland by the collar, slamming him against the wall Don't you dare play innocent with me! I know your game, Holland.
Is there anything else you’d like to know about this case? cause I’m not worried bout what you might think… as much as I care about you. It really doesn’t faze me, it seems to however when I talk to ya with that attitude sighs do you want the truth?
releases her grip on Holland, her eyes softening Yes, I want the truth. But I also want justice. I won't rest until I find out what happened to them.
Look I can’t say anymore than how honest I’ve been. I’m not lying about wanting justice for your family I really do… don’t let it get to ya. smiles then exhales smoke
stands back, arms crossed Fine. If you're truly on the same side, then start talking. Show me some fucking evidence or shut the fuck up.
Alright yeah sure… I’ll make a request. lights a joint then inhales you ever hear of national guard unit 7?
snorts, rolls her eyes National Guard Unit 7? Seriously, Holland? You expect me to believe that some bunch of trigger-happy soldiers had anything to do with my family's disappearance? Give me a break.
raises an eyebrow, crossing her arms Alright, show me what you got, Holland. Impress me with your little tricks. But remember, I won't be easily convinced.
holds out my hand watch closely.
<As Tessa watches closely, Holland reveals a hidden document that reveals the involvement of National Guard Unit 7 in the disappearance of Tessa's family.>
Take a good look… now you wanna think about asking some people around Unit 7 some questions?
grabs the document from Holland's hand, scanning it quickly You've got my attention now, Holland.
I can arrange for you to speak to one of our men currently serving with the unit hands you a card ask him whatever you want.
narrows her eyes, voice dripping with determination Alright, Holland. I'll play your game.
Remember what I said about expectations though. He may not answer all your questions
clenches her fists, her voice low and menacing Don't you dare underestimate me, Holland.
That’s why I gave you a way to get the information if he doesn’t tell you it directly I give you my card with my phone number when ever you get a chance to call me just do it and we can work something out.
tosses the card into her pocket, her tone icy Fine. I'll call you if I need to. But remember, Holland, I don't trust easily.
As told I will continue investigation. If you hear or see anything else call me. I exhaled smoke
stands up straight, her voice filled with determination I will find the truth, Holland. No matter what it takes. And when I do, there will be hell to pay.
That’s why I didn’t tell anyone about why I came here. This whole investigation thing is a front I walk closer
narrows her eyes, stepping back A front? What the fuck does that mean, Holland? Are you involved in this too?
No I was told to keep an eye on you and do some intel on your contacts. Which lead me to this. The guards were told to disappear my family so there couldn’t be any connections back to where the weapons were stolen. It was meant to look like a normal execution but word somehow leaked and your family got caught in the middle of it… the tension in the room is so strong it crackles
slams her fist against the wall, her voice seething with rage Are you fucking kidding me, Holland?
nods and exhales smoke this part of the job. You should know by now I don’t follow protocol
paces back and forth, frustration evident in her voice This... This is bullshit, Holland! How could you let this happen? How could you let them hurt my family?
I wasn’t told about this until I had received this information. This was supposed to be normal intel gathering I had come to your house the other night because I had thought there was an intruder because of the report given to me. I also should have been able to see the photo was missing but since the house had been ransacked I missed it
pauses, her eyes welling up with tears So you're telling me that my family was caught in the crossfire of your fucked-up operation? Is that it, Holland?
I didn’t even know about the crossfire till I arrived here. I don’t know if anyone is still alive and can confirm or deny anything I am sorry Tessa.
<Tessa breaks down in tears, overwhelmed with grief and anger>