Salute To The General (Nathan Cross) novel Chapter 2137

Right then, Sage and Colin also made their way over to Nathan to report to him about the fire at the Onyx Penitentiary, and that it was uncertain whether Clifford had survived the fire.

Both of them fumed with fury when they heard Nathan's speculation that someone had helped Clifford escape by causing a ruckus and starting a fire.

Sage hurriedly added, “Sir, since someone intentionally set fire to Onyx Penitentiary, I think Clifford has most probably escaped. We have to send someone to go after him.”

Nathan thought their chances of seizing the man were bleak. “Davier is a cunning fox. He must have made all the necessary arrangements.

“I think he's even on the way to seek sanctuary overseas right now. I think our chances of catching that man are quite slim. You guys can still send people after him, just don't get your hopes up.”

Sage, Colin and Ava said in unison, “Yes, sir!”

Taken aback by the fire at Onyx Penitentiary, the President ordered for a thorough investigation on the cause of the fire.

The results were ready by the next day.

It was found out that it was an arson attack committed by a large group of skilled fighters. Obviously, it was a well-choreographed strike.

Their purpose was to create chaos and to help Clifford escape amidst the turmoil.

The group had even gone to the whole nine yards by placing a body with a similar physique to Clifford in the man's cell to buy him more time for his escape when the coroner was identifying the burnt beyond recognition body.

Meanwhile, in the President's study room.

Garrett and Nathan were listening to the report by the Director of the Secret Service, Hailey Reagan.

After hearing that the arson was a veiled attempt to help Clifford escape the Onyx Penitentiary, Garrett was infuriated and demanded, “How can our people let this happen? Are they dreaming on the job?”

Hailey kept her head low. As the Director of the Secret Service, she was fully accountable for the incident.