The DRG chief looked up as Yuri came in. “I’ve been reading the report,” he said without introduction. “A brilliant operation. Pity about the collaterals, but sometimes that can’t be helped.”
“The museum was especially crowded,” said Yuri. “Which, of course, we knew was a risk. We did not expect so many children.”
“Yes,” said the chief. “A pity. But as I said, it couldn’t be helped. Do we have a final count of the casualties?”
“In addition to the target, thirty-five were affected by the gas. Nineteen died, three were paralyzed. The rest recovered.”
“Remember, Yuri. It’s a war.”
Sounds more like terrorism.
Well narrated.
Sad that our world has such wars with so many innocent casualties…
You Make Me Feel Alive- Anita
The more I rerad about the goings on the Met this week the less I want to visit it! Another excellent tale.
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Based on the incident in the Moscow theatre, I think. Well told, Randy
It’s awful there have to be so much “collateral” damage during wars.. 🙁
Well done on the prompt Randy!
Brilliant piece.
And war is hell.
I hate the way CD is used to excuse murder. A chilling aspect.
Chilling tale. Jaw jaw so much better than war war, as Churchill said.
What an excuse for their action!
Your title drew me to read.
Plus that my thoughts ran similar!
Seems almost like a followup to Josh’s tale. In case you haven’t read it: http://hawesescapes.com/distraction/
A great connection to Josh’s tale. Well done. The “Oh, well!” indicated shoulder shrug made me sad. In a good way.