THE SWORD AND SICKLE

PART TWO: DECEPTION

CHAPTER-FIVE

REPORT

©2017, Olan L. Smith

Secretary McDowell continued, "Remember, we have to bring Levi to trial without him grabbing the attention of the media. The SDL looks to this man as their savior and god, and they believe we are framing him and that we are persecuting them in so doing. We can't risk him becoming a martyr only to create another Christ figure like the Romans did to Jesus. I worry that in our response, the SDL will become better organized and present a danger to our way of life. In my opinion, we must hold Levi in Guantanamo and isolate him and his wife from all people for as long as legally possible. Many will be asking for his head, and others will be demanding his release. If his followers become more organized, it will be a result of a new leader arising from their organization. The Pope is ready to release a statement to the Church that states that Levi is not the Messiah, and he will counter their accusations against the Catholic Church. Other religious leaders are also prepared to fight any claim that he is Christ on Earth."

President Smithson asked, "How genuine are their capabilities to put up a worldwide rebellion?"

"We know that many different groups have stockpiled food, water, guns, and explosives. We are also aware that they have some of the greatest minds in the world among their members. Usually, people of higher intelligence are attracted to their message, and they are preparing for the end of days. Many of them are in constant communication with beings from other realms and have incredible powers of mind manipulation."

"How long before you think they will pose a threat?" Madam Secretary.

"At their quickest...six months, and if they organize worldwide, it will be disastrous, sir."

General Abrams responded, "You believe that a small group of religious fanatics will be able to pose a credible threat in six months?"

"Yes sir. With the right leader, they can begin to terrorize not only the nation but without this new leadership, they may be content to think the end of days is off in the far future—you know, like most Christians think. They have the motivation because we have their leader and the presidential admonishment. I remind you that their teachings tell them that they will usher in the end of days through the shedding of innocent blood. They could very well pose a credible risk."

"I see," responded the general.

"Madam Secretary," the President asked, "and how do you suppose we respond to this threat?"

"Mr. President, that is not my job. My job is to assess probable dangers that might arise and secure relationships with foreign leaders so that the safety of the nation is maintained. I assume that in my absence you have already taken actions to make sure the country is safe."

"Yes, we have. Both Homeland Security and the FBI are soon to infiltrate the SDL organization and keep us informed on developing matters. Where do the British stand on this development?"

"They have infiltrated the group. The problem is that all of their agents were converted, and when they were brought in for interrogation, they were unable to deprogram them or glean any usable information from them. This is the general story I have received from everyone I have contacted in the last couple of days, sir."

Homeland Secretary Alderman said, "I sent in the best agent of the CIA, on loan to us, along with an FBI agent. He is hard-nosed and isn't a religious man. I doubt he will be compromised in any way. He is to also observe the FBI agent to ensure she is not compromised."

McDowell asked, "Director Morgan, just who is this agent you have sent in?"

"I have sent in Special Agent Bastion, the woman who helped lure in Levi Jackson. She is the assistant chief detective and has an exemplary record. The reason we have sent in Casteel with her is that she is a cousin to Venus Jackson, and she might be a liability. And I emphasize might. She wasn't even aware she had a cousin by the name of Venus. Dr. Burton was checking out Greta. The doctor found no deception on Greta's part."

Claire responded, "Yes, I have read about Greta. I just hope these two can do their job. My personal feelings are that Levi is nearly unstoppable with the people we have."

General Abrams turned his focus to the president. "We have individuals who will hold their own against this type of attack, Mr. President. We've been working with mind control and manipulation for over two decades. You wouldn't believe what our researchers are capable of doing."

Mrs. McDowell said, "Oh, you think you do, General. Did you predict them nearly draining the life out of a man merely by standing in front of him? Can he walk through a crowd of people without being detected? Did you know Levi knew every language and was able to record it subliminally on our hidden recorders?"

"Well, not exactly. Our training is different, but our tools are very persuasive and very powerful."

The Acting President replied, "I hope so, General."

"Mrs. McDowell, you look like you need some rest. You are dismissed."

Claire did not like being dismissed like she was an underling; she did not like it at all, and she was still Secretary of State until replaced, but as she emerged from the room, her body felt fatigued. She thought of going to her office and working, but her mind was not able to function correctly. She thought the president was correct. She needed her rest. When she returned to her apartment, she did not even get undressed, and she just collapsed into a deep sleep on her bed. Somewhere in the realm of sleep, an image appeared. It was an elderly woman sitting in the pew of a church, and she was sitting behind her. The white-haired woman turned to Claire and said, "Don't be afraid. Open your mind's eye." The woman reached out, touched her eyelid, and forced it open. "That's it. See, that didn't hurt. Claire's field of vision flooded with bright light, and everything became clear to her. She thought to herself, This is not my guide. Who is contacting me?

Levi appeared in front of her and said, "Claire, why do you fight against the Lord? What did he do to offend you that you rebelled?"

"You look like Levi, but you are not the Levi I know. Who are you?"

"This is true; what is left of Levi is a mere shell. I am what I am. I have no name, for I am the embodiment of the great unknowable Adonai, and Adonai is the first of the creative works of the Prime Mover. I am the force that created the universe, the vibration of all, the voice of what was, is, and shall always be."

"What do you want from me?"