#67 was now 10 minutes late. #33 and #55 sat uncomfortably before the Chief's desk.
"I prefer a volunteer," he explained.
There might be no coming back. If caught, perhaps torture, or death…
They waited another 15 minutes.
"Could I volunteer #67?"
"I'm with #33. I'd like to volunteer #67, Chief."
Relieved, the old man dismissed the two agents. 13 minutes later, #67 knocked on his door.
"Sorry I'm so late, Chief."
"Good to see you, #67."