Chapter 98

Flashback – Major M – Held Hostage

My head was bagged, my hands were cuffed behind me then they roughly dragged me out of the taxi, threw me on the ground and kicked the hell out of me! Thank God they didn't go after my head! One of them bent down and swore in broken English, "You are the American pig commander of the spawn of Satan that killed many of my men. For this you will pay!"

I quickly thought and objected, "I don't know what you're talking about. I'm only a Major, the Colonel is his commanding officer." If I was lucky these bastards would take care of the bony bitch for me.

That earned me a couple more kicks, then they went off by themselves and talked - I was sure it was Chechen they spoke. Then it all made sense to me. They kidnapped me in hopes of getting Sgt. Blaine, probably because of all the Chechen terrorists he killed in Beslan.

They came over, roughly pulled me up, set me in a chair and announced, "We have taken you in hopes that they will trade you for Sgt. Blaine." I could tell that was a lie and that I was dead no matter what, so I needed to look for any chance to escape.

I was tied to the chair, my hood was removed, a newspaper was placed in front of me and they videoed me. I heard the name Sgt. Blaine several times. I began to blink a message that I hoped someone would understand...

Flashback – Masha – At the hospital

I received a text message informing me that my team had obtained a copy of the ransom video and were busy analyzing it. Mainly they were inspecting background images, in hopes of discovering the location of the Chechen hiding place.

We had heard disturbing rumors of what was transpiring with the Sedankina girls in Israel, but received no direct report from them. This was slightly strange behavior for them, but not totally unheard of.

I was needed terribly in my office, however the office was in Moscow and I couldn't leave my Jack while Ben was in surgery. My situation demanded I do something. What I needed was ... Yes! A laptop computer and privacy! I think I knew where to find both of them. Now I was forced to tell Jack a little lie so he would grant me the required personal space...

Flashback – Jack – At the hospital

I was worried about Masha. I knew she felt like she needed to be here with me. However, of all the places in Russia, this hospital might have been the least secure because the Chechens had a nasty habit of blowing the shit out of things to get the person they were looking for. They wouldn't hesitate a second to destroy this whole damn hospital and everyone in it just to get Banzai. It was better now with my team providing security, but I sure didn't need to be worrying about her. I would feel better is she was back at the hotel with a couple of Spetsnaz guards.

She came back from the toilets looking troubled so I asked, "What's wrong honey?"

She cried a little and explained, "My Jack, this is terrible, I have a migraine headache."

I suggested, "Masha perhaps you should go back to the hotel and rest."

She bravely returned a smile and stated, "I will, but you need to call me if you need any assistance."

I promised, "I certainly will my love, now don't forget your Spetsnaz escort." I kissed her on the cheek and the two of them left. I felt much better knowing she would be out of harm's way...

Flashback – Tatiana – In surgery

The doctor completed his task and surgically closed Ben then he asked, "How many hours was that surgery?"

I looked at the wall clock and replied, "Six hours of surgery. Will Ben walk again?"

He pulled off his mask, smiled and replied, "It depends on how he heals but since he's young and strong he should recover almost completely. However, he's going to have some spinal shock for a period of time."

I questioned, "So he might have to use a wheelchair for several weeks?"

The doctor stated, "It could even be several months and during that time he will need intense physical therapy."

I was glad the doctor told the truth, but was concerned how Ben would handle being dependent upon a wheelchair...

Flashback – Jens

I just finished my first big surprise for the Russian female dog that loved MY Ben. This time I made sure to cover the purchase on my credit card because I didn't want Daddy to take my card away for a whole month. He did that once before when I had done some nasty things to one of my former ballet teachers: She was amazed that she had 'joined' the used panties of the month club from Japan. I decided that Japanese men were very sick if they bought dirty underwear! However, this 'gift' was even better than that and would tell her exactly what I thought about her.

I sat back in my chair and was relaxing when a special report came on about Russia. I watched and learned that Ben's stinky Major was taken hostage by the Chechen rebels and if we didn't deliver Ben in 24 hours they would kill the Major.

I wanted to go ask Daddy what he was going to do about it, but knew he didn't like it when I talked about MY Ben too much. I went to bed, said a special prayer for MY Ben and even the stinky Major. And I couldn't wait until the female dog Russian spy got her surprise tomorrow...

Flashback – Tatiana – In surgery

Even though I was tired, I was with Ben in recovery (after recovering my weapons and changing my clothes) with the two Spetsnaz guards. From their attitude, this was serious but I wasn't exactly sure what 'this' was.

I was surprised as Masha walked up while being followed by a Spetsnaz. She came close to me and whispered, "The Chechen mongrels have taken Major M and threatened to kill the Major if we don't give them Ben within twenty four hours."

I replied, "I hope the Americans understand that the Chechens will never release the Major."

She smiled and confirmed, "It does not matter what the Americans know or think."

I looked at her with amazement and questioned, "You didn't?"

She smiled, "Yes I did! And we now need you for our continued efforts."

I looked at Ben and whispered, "But what about when Ben wakes up?"

Masha whispered her reply, "Jack has already determined the hospital is not safe for me so we can use the same story with Ben."

I gave Ben a kiss on the lips and instructed the Spetsnaz to tell Ben the hospital was not safe for us. They grunted like typical Russian males which meant they might or might not remember what I said. Masha pulled out her false FSB badge, flashed it at them and repeated what I said. They glared at her and one declared, "We do not fear the FSB!"

She answered, "Does the remainder of your family share your lack of fear?"

His face showed immediate signs of concern and Masha reiterated, "Tell Sgt. Blaine we left the hospital because it wasn't safe here for us."

He nodded and said, "Da!"

As we left the hospital I was amazed at the mass exodus of patients and staff. If the patients were the least bit ambulatory, they were hobbling out of the hospital, being helped by relatives and staff. I noticed we were being followed by a Spetsnaz and asked, "Masha, what about him?"

She warned, "Be ready to run."

I was very glad for once that I wore flats...

Flashback – Dr. Voskoboynikov – At the hospital

I walked into recovery to check on my patient and received two surprises: First he was awake and second the nurse was gone. I asked my patient, "Where is Tatiana?"

Sgt. Blaine replied, "Jack sent her and Masha to a hotel room because of the Chechen threat."

He seemed not bothered by it so I questioned, "Are you not worried about the Chechens?"

He replied, "Well, I figure they didn't kill me the first time so they probably can't kill me the second time either. However, I'm not underestimating them."

I asked, "Would you please explain yourself?"

He pulled back the covers and I saw he possessed an AK rifle.

Flashback – Ben – At the hospital

It was good to see my doctor because I missed the hell out of Tatiana. The Spetsnaz guards told me how the Chechens were looking for me. Shit! If I could walk I would get up and kill the fuckers. However Jack was right, with the fucking Chechens after me Masha and Tatiana would be a liability. Besides, I had some questions to ask him, "Dr. Voskoboynikov I was wondering about the surgery because I can't feel my legs at all."

He gave me a reassuring smile and stated, "Sgt. Blaine..."

I interrupted, "Please call me Ben."

He continued, "Ben, the surgery was very successful. I was able to repair the damage in such a way you will lose very little mobility in your back and in fact your back is totally stable right now. However, you are suffering from what's called spinal shock which is why you can not feel your legs."

I asked, "Okay, how long until I can walk again?"

He answered, "We can't be sure, but it could be weeks or it could even be months until you fully recuperate."

I motioned him closer and whispered, "Doctor, you know the big problem is right now? I can't control my bladder or my bowels."

He smiled again and answered, "Yes Ben this is normal. We will start a routine that we would use on paraplegics which should train your bowels."

I questioned, "What about my bladder?"

He suggested, "We could put on a catheter."

I replied, "I think I would rather have a urinal between my legs all the time."

He laughed, "Ben I think you misunderstood, it would be an external catheter."

I heaved a sigh of relief and said, "That would work but I'm not going to let anyone shove something up my dick."

Dr. Voskoboynikov laughed, "I understand, but remember right now you wouldn't feel it."

I laughed and stated, "No but I would still see it..."

Flashback – Jack – At the hospital

I heard Banzai was awake in the recovery room and hightailed it down there with my Spetsnaz escort. Yeah, it was a pain in the ass having them with me but I certainly understood why it was necessary. As I walked into the room, Banzai was sitting up in bed - he looked great and was talking with his doctor.

I walked up and teased, "Hey doc, do you think we should put him in restraints so he doesn't get up?"

Banzai gave me a sad as hell look and replied, "Jack, there's no need to do that, I can't feel my legs."

I about passed out and demanded, "What the hell! I thought the surgery was a success."

The doctor explained, "Oh it was and Ben is correct, he can not feel his legs right now because of spinal shock. Over time he should regain feeling in his legs."

I glared at Banzai, but he had a shit eating grin on his face and I said, "You just wait, someday your pranks are going to bite you in the ass."

He practically crowed, "Well, that day isn't today! Hey, thanks for sending the girls away."

I looked confused and asked, "Tatiana went to?"

Ben answered, "Hell yes! She was gone before I even woke up. I guess Masha came and got her."

I laughed, "I should have known. Shit, women can't even go to the bathroom by themselves."

We all had a good laugh about that and then Banzai got serious...

Flashback – Ben – At the hospital

The time for jokes was over so I asked, "Jack, what the hell is being done about finding the Major?"

Jack replied, "Shit Banzai, there's a bucket load of troops here so they've rounded up the malcontents and are getting ready to go building to building."

I shook my head and lamented, "Jack, you know as well as I do that's not going to work. While I don't particularly care for the Major, we can't let these fuckers do this to an American, let alone a Marine."

Jack answered, "Well, what the hell am I supposed to do?"

I practically ordered, "You need to get your ass out on the street and use those damn fine observation skill of yours to find something that looks out of place. When you find that, you will find the Major."

He got ready to answer when a Spetsnaz ran into the room...

Flashback – Ira, Mira and Safia – in Israel

We acquired a vehicle much more easily than expected. I assumed the driver's seat, Safia took the passenger's seat and Mira wisely sat in the back.

I started to drive and Safia shouted, "Ira, what are you doing? Are you trying to break our asses?"

Mira remarked, "That happened to my ass at the cart of ass and it was not comfortable. Have you also experienced that pain Safia?"

Safia complained in frustration, "You two! That was another ass expression."

I questioned, "So, if we kicked ass would that possibly break some ass too?"

Safia screamed, "You two are royal pains in the ass!"

I elucidated, "Safia, we are not royalty therefore that statement is all assed up."

Mira added, "I think Safia made an ass out of herself."

Safia demanded, "Please stop all this ass talk!"

I began to assure her of something when Mirinka interrupted...

Flashback – Tatiana and Masha – Internet café

Losing the Spetsnaz guard was easy and entertaining: Once we began running in different directions, he didn't know which one of us to follow. He chased Masha, which was a mistake as she easily outran him. Now as I sat here in this internet café and waited for Masha to arrive I surely hated the looks that the computer geeks gave me: You would think they had never viewed a woman before! Then I realized many of them had probably never been on a date with a real woman. So I decided to have some fun and opened up one more button on my uniform ... I practically giggled since I was sure several of them prematurely ejaculated...