Premonition 2: The Battle for Earth

Chapter #8: Recruitment

Arriving at Fox’s office, Keiji and Ricky took some time to survey the scene. Upon entering the building, it was immediately clear that everyone was panicking. Usually, for an office as important as the president’s office, there would be someone to greet them and usher them inside. No such welcoming party was present today as much of the employees were looked like they were in a rush doing something. Keiji happened upon the nearest employee and spoke up.

“Hey excuse me, but just what is happening here?” Keiji asked the employee.

“We are trying to use all of resources to find President Fox!” said the employee. “He was taken by another man, not a couple of hours ago and we don’t know what might happen to him….”

“I might have an answer as at least who took the president,” Keiji said. The employee looked amazed and further questioned Keiji.

“How would you know this? Who are you?” asked the employee.

“My name is Keiji Duranheim,” Keiji said. “Is there any way that I can address everyone inside the building?” The employee gave it a quick think and pointed to intercom system in the back of the room.

“You should be able to address everyone through that intercom system there,” said the employee. Keiji nodded and headed on over to the intercom system; Ricky at his side. Keiji then turned the system on and spoke through the microphone.

“Everyone in the building. Stop what you are doing and listen up!” Keiji said. His voice reverberated through the walls of the building, just as everyone perked up and stopped what they were doing. Assuming he had everyone’s attention, Keiji continued. “My name is Keiji Duranheim, and I am the leader of the New Mecha Warriors. We are a secret organization that was employed by President Fox to handle security situations. We are currently aware of the situation regarding Fox, and have committed resources to look for him. Fret not. We will find him. However, I ask of you this. The people responsible for taking him are called the Zeta society. They have come from Zeta station to take control of our space station. We, the New Mecha Warriors need reinforcements to properly subdue them once we find them; we are only a team of 7. We need more bodies to help take them into custody; preferably security officers. Will anyone help?!”

There was a moment’s pause, as everyone digested what Keiji had said. Most of the employees looked at one another and talked quietly amongst themselves. Keiji and Ricky waited patiently for a response. Not a couple of minutes later, 6-7 security officers showed themselves with their hands raised. One of them spoke up.

“Here is our contact info. When you find Fox, call us, and we will be there. Our building already knows the existence of yourself and your New Mecha Warriors. We were the only people who were cleared by Fox to know of your existence as we handle all the president’s information. Do what you need to do, and hurry!” said the security officer.

“Thank you so much,” Keiji said to the officer. To Ricky, Keiji said “Really good call with recruiting more people, Ricky.”

“Thanks mate,” Ricky said. “But you did do most of the work.”

“Regardless, let’s check back in at the apartment and wait for more news,” Keiji said.