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‘I’ll prepare a diversion. When the guards and their dogs are drawn away from the perimeter fence, you must act quickly. You and your men must storm the gates. Once you are free, make your way to the armoury with all haste. You’ll find your weapons there.’
‘That’s all very well,’ replies the captain, sceptically, ‘but how do you propose we get into the armoury? It’s the most secure building in the town.’
‘Don’t worry about that,’ you say, with confidence. ‘I shall be inside, waiting to let you in.’
For a few moments the captain considers your plan in silence. Then, with a nod, he finally agrees.
‘Very well, so be it. I’ll pass the word.’
You watch as he returns to his men; then you leave the fence and retrace your steps to the darkened alleyway.
