Hickory dickory dock, the mouse ran up the clock, the clock...struck...one..

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I insert the tape into the radio, clicking on the button 'play'. I am met with strong static. Then slowly, like the clearing of a storm, words pierced through the white noise.
"Listen carefully, we don't have much time." A man's voice sliced the air, a panicked, hurried voice.
"They're coming for you...the secret's out, they know. They figured out James' spot and they'll soon come after me. It won't take them long before they find you too. Grab the pistol and run." A few breaths escaped his panicked voice.
"I'm giving you a head start. Take...take the gun as soon as you hear this." My face pales, draining of color and curiosity. Instead, it fills with apprehension. Because of two things, Firstly, I am going to die.

Secondly, I know who James is.

I know who the voice belongs to.

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