The trip back to the compound allowed Kostchenko time to reflect on the botched attempt to eliminate the two women in the car. Being a professional, it bothered him that he could not confirm the death of either of the people in the car. The truck driver had been well briefed, and his story to the police about how a blown tire had caused him to lose control could not be refuted, especially since the truck caught on fire and the tire in question no longer existed. Kostchenko was certain the incident would be listed as an accident. Once inside the compound, he exited the vehicle and went to his office.
“Major Dobrenko,” said Kostchenko to his Adjutant. “Prepare a statement about today’s events for my signature and transmission to headquarters.”
“Yes, Sir,” he said.
“And make sure the techn
