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That's nice of you, but you have better things to do right now. I'll be fast and will stay clear of any danger. I really do appreciate the offer."

More gunshots disturb the silence outside.

"God help us all," Parker says, and he lets out a long sigh.

Parker's voice muffles at the end, and you hear a deep cough away from the other end of the phone. "Sorry about that. Don't mean to cough in your ear. I was trying to quit smoking, but the stress of the last few days erased any chance of kicking the habit. Anyway, I'll talk to you later, and if you need anything, call my cell. Take care and God bless."