My days of being a target were over if I had anything to say about it. I didnt care if he shot me or offered a cigaretteI had reached the end of my line. I was under pressure now to act. She had been of some help in organizing things, but is now putting us in an embarrassing position. Its still the best and only plan possible under the circumstances. A decision finally struggled up through his half-clotted brain. Sparing no expense I ordered all the surgical and operating room equipment that Vulff could suggest. At least I gave her a chance to get away, I owe her that much.