"Danny, this is our chance to find out if Otto is a double agent, or just a lowdown dirty traitor. I for one want to know if he's been reporting to anyone, don't you?"
"Yes Barry... But at the expense of letting him escape?"
"He almost killed you - and tried to frame Charlie for it! Rachel won't let him live any longer than necessary. Let her get the information and dispose of the trash."
"Very well. I have Vance stationed at the front gate. He had orders to shut off all routes of escape should Otto show any sign of preparing to run. Get word to have him allow Otto to leave the city."
Barry ran up into Danny's lookout tower, and flashed a powerful green light three times. It hit mirrors which bounced and bent it, in such a way that the gatekeeper was instantly informed.
Barry marveled yet again at his sister's genius. It had been her invention. Who would have thought that lights and a few mirrors could make such an effective means of communication?
"I sure hope Barry found Danny in time... I want to know where this traitor is headed!" thought Rachel. She was furious, and wanted blood. If he was working for anyone, they would also pay.
"What am I going to do! I'll never get out of here alive..." sobbed Otto.
Vance shook his head. Why were they letting Otto go? But there was the order. So he opened the gate before the sedan came into view.
Delighted with his luck and planning, Otto felt hope for the first time since he had seen Barry standing in front of the car. He had made it to the gate in time!
Otto took the main road. "The Predas can protect me." he thought to himself, starting to calm down. Then he saw it.
Right in the middle of the road was a huge fallen tree. By the time he could get past it, Danny's men would have him.
Otto got out of the car, wildly hoping the trunk wasn't as heavy as it looked. It was even heavier, to his dismay.
"Otto? What are you doing out here?" asked a voice from the woods. Techno Tommy then revealed himself.
"Quickly! I need a way around that blasted tree. NOW."
"That's easy. Get in your car and follow me." said Techno Tommy confidently.
Otto did as instructed. He found himself in a secluded meadow, far away from the road. At least he was safe.
"Come on out Otto. Let's not make this any harder than it has to be." said Techno Tommy. He was holding a crossbow, aimed directly at the windshield of the sedan.
"WHAT are you doing? You work for ME!"
"No, I work for your bosses. And I don't think they'll appreciate your interference. Come on out, and nobody has to get hurt"
"Could this day get any worse?" thought Otto, thoroughly frustrated. He angrily opened the door, got out, and slammed it shut.
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