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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Nuke261" data-source="post: 944989" data-attributes="member: 11182">The Lear Jet, JFK Airport New York, New York12:05am, Late Spring 2003After speaking with Montoya and explaining the increased security that would take place, Craig Durant stood and looked over the plane full of people.  A unique mix to say the least.  Not a lot of real workd experience.  An obvious military/securtity presence, and a lot of scientists and theorists.  Durant had his doubts about what this project would involve, but he could see that the people who picked them had a particular idea in mind.Regardless, this was his team now, they were his people.  He would do whatever it took to protect them from any danger and make sure they were able to do their jobs.  "Alright people."  Durant gave them a moment to quiet down and look his way.  "For those of you who don't know me, my name is Craig Durant.  I'm a Lieutenant Commander for the United States Navy S.E.A.L.s.  I was.  I am now on assignment for the Air Force and at the moment I am the man in charge of keeping all of you alive.  As I am sure you know by now, there are forces at work who want all of us killed.  I will get into the explanation of why in a few minutes, first there are a few things we need to take care of to get through the night.""Major Davis, the man responsible for bringing us together, has seen to it that this plane is properly guarded.  This does not mean we will take chances.  All window shades will stay closed until we are in the air again.  No exceptions.  No one leaves the plane until we land at our next destination.  If some need arises for you to leave the plane, you do not do so until I say you can.  At that time you will be escorted by armed security.  No exceptions.""I am not here to make friends.  I am here because it is my job and I will not fail.  I have no doubt that some of you will hate me.  Some of you will hate what you have to do.  You do not have to like it, you just have to do it."  Durant continued to look around at the group.  There was no doubt he had gotten their attention.  He continued to make mental notes on each of them as he spoke."Before we move on to why we are here, does anyone have any questions or problems they consider immediate concerns?"  Durant turned his attention form the group at this time, searching for a bar or fridge, he was going to need a couple of good drinks to get through this night.</blockquote>

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