Chapter 16 - The Firefight on the Docks
Naval Academy security forces responded within seconds, their spotlights blinding the attackers on the water.
Heavy gunfire echoed across the bay as federal guards engaged the Vanguard Corp mercenaries.
Vivian slammed the black SUV into gear, spinning the heavy vehicle around and tearing toward the main highway exit.
“They know we have the Manhattan keycard!” Harrison yelled over the roar of the engine.
“Then we go to Manhattan tonight,” Vivian declared, her face illuminated by the green dashboard lights.
Arthur checked his magazine, looking back at the highway behind them.
“Two black sedans just exited the bay bridge road, Vivian!” Arthur warned. “They’re tailing us!”
Vivian hit the emergency communications switch on the dashboard, connecting directly to the State Police dispatch.
“This is Captain Vivian Vance, requesting an immediate tactical roadblock on Route 50 East!” she barked into the mic.
“Authorization code: Alpha-Navy-7-7!” she added.
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Within three minutes, four Maryland State Police cruisers formed an impenetrable barrier across the highway lanes ahead.
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