The Gentile Witness, Enoch Book 1: Enoch (6 page)

Chapter 17

8:35 AM EST Day one of 1260 Washington, D.C. - FEMA Headquarters, Director Samuel Jordan’s Office

The director of FEMA, Samuel Jordan, was in his office in conference with his staff. They were all listening to the news feed of the earthquake in California on Bear News. “According to current estimates, the entire region, as described by Jack South, was totally destroyed. Streets, homes, businesses. Infrastructure such as water, gas and electricity, are completely destroyed,” the news anchor was saying. Samuel knew that a 7.9 was not so critical, but four hundred and twenty two seconds of shaking as this person predicted, was. Buildings and infrastructures were not prepared for that.

He had just, recently been appointed as the Director of FEMA. He had been, picked by the Administration solely based on his political ties and his ability to speak on camera effectively. He also always thought that he got the job for he looked more like the Marlboro Man without the cowboy stuff. The media liked him on camera. He fit their profile, which was better for them than his predecessor was. Now as leader of FEMA, his job encompassed keeping the public secure in a disaster. He was in his office at around 7:50 a.m. when he saw that he had an email from The Network. Out of curiosity, he had opened it and clicked on the video icon. Very seldom did The Network send him an email, but when they did it was usually important or a request for an interview. After he had watched the video, he could not understand why it was, sent from them. He then checked the sender name and realized it was actually spam, for whoever sent it had added another letter to the Network’s email address.

It was about that time that his telephone rang and he was, told to turn on the TV. He then learned of the news in California and it hit him, this person Jack predicted it and in exact detail. How could this man know all this? How in the hell did he win those lotteries? No one has ever predicted such a disaster in such details before as the earthquake in California this morning, even down to the moment of when it would start. The worst part was that South put the death toll solely on The Network and Brad Williams. Discrediting the entire network, for they would get the blame. It was all over the world’s news stations as well as the threat from Jack South to Brad Williams that if Brad did not broadcast the interview, then the death toll would be ninety percent higher.

He knew this was a setback for The Network. It was, owned and controlled by The Waldger Group, which he was, a minority member of, as many in the administration were. Having their best anchor of all, destroyed on national TV did not bode well for the future. Somehow, they needed to neutralize the damage done to The Network or they would definitely lose their market share. Since The Network was the Administration’s primary propaganda source, the damage could cause the current administration to lose votes in the polls and possibly affect the view of the people on issues that were important to The Waldger Group. However, he knew that was not really his business and that the right people would take care of Mr. South eventually and neutralize him.

He also was wondering why Homeland Security had not immediately picked up Jack South and find out how in the hell he is able to do this. However, when he asked about it in the earlier conference call with his boss, Jamal Jones, the Chief of Homeland Security, he was, told to deal with his own issues and not to involve himself with Jack South. So here he was, just waiting with his staff here for the green light from the President to start the gears of the department that was supposed to react and provide resources in national disasters.

Sam knew from the news reports that it appeared that the earthquake was centered in the San Gabriel Valley and had wiped out most of Pasadena and the surrounding communities as far south as Rosemead and as far north as La Canada and other foothill communities, and parts of Los Angeles. The death toll, personal injury, and property damage were going to be the worst natural disaster ever in the history of the United States, if this Jack person was right. In addition, the costs of lives and property, was to be in the billions.

He was well aware of the consequences of Katrina in New Orleans and the inability of quick response; they knew decisions needed to be, made quickly. The movement of resources needed to begin immediately. If Jack South was right, the death toll was going to be unmanageable, and getting that cleaned up, identify the bodies, or even find them was going to be a catastrophe in itself.

Once a game plan was, announced, then the movement of personnel, equipment, and supplies would begin. He also knew, from the TV coverage that the Governor of California had already contacted the President a few minutes ago, requesting that the area be, declared a disaster. He was also aware that the National Guard would soon be, called out to immediately seal off the area and start patrolling the streets and provide aid to the people as needed, at least after everyone was, told to put the Federal Government in gear.

Unfortunately, like New Orleans, this area had a lot of crime to begin with. Gangs, looting, robberies, rape, and carnage would be rampant. Some decisions would have to be, made immediately to control the streets and then evacuate the area as needed; this was always a major issue.

In California, they were several FEMA camps. These would be, opened for survivors immediately, and at least provide some food and shelter for those who needed it. The media counts being, quoted were shocking and that it could be up to half a million refugees from the area, if not more. The pictures on TV literally made California look like a war zone.

I turned his attention back to the TV monitor. The Bear News Anchor, John Roddenburg was stating that Jack South was on his way to their studios and they would broadcast live his interview within the next hour or so.

I turned to my assistant, Laura Rogers, and said, “Please try again to get the President on the phone and relate that we need to move forward as soon as possible.”

Chapter 18

8:35 AM EST Day one of 1260 Washington, D.C. - White House War Room

President Richard Stevenson looked around at his Cabinet in the War Room. They had just finished looking at the tape of the interview that had made it to the internet and around the world. They had all just sat dumbfounded that this person had the ability to do this and had tried to warn the people of California, but Brad Williams blew it, at least that is what the public would think.

They also had the news feeds of several networks nationally and internationally reporting on the situation at hand. He then motioned to one of his people in the room to turn them down. As that was, being done, he turned to his cabinet members that were present at the time, and began speaking.

“The first order of business here is, as you all know, to get on the air immediately and declare California a disaster area. The quake hit about half an hour ago and we need to get Homeland Security and FEMA in gear immediately. Samuel Jordan has already called, but I was unable to speak with him. I will call the director of FEMA here momentarily and instruct him to move forward as quickly as we can.”

He also told them that he spoke with the Governor of California a few minutes ago and had assured the governor that they were going to authorize the National Guard to move into the area and declare martial law in the entire southern California area from the grapevine down to San Diego.

He then turned to the group and said, “Because of the total destruction in the area, I am using presidential powers invoking Article One, Section Nine, which will be immediately imposed for the affected area. It needs to be very apparent to the public and to the state of California that in this case, the National Guard will have all police powers in the area until order, is restored, and that may take some time. We need to immediately establish a command center and start moving Guard troops in. Is that understood?” He paused looking around the room seeing if there were any objections then he continued. “Get me the presidential order typed up so I can sign it and send it to Congress. In addition, someone write up a press conference speech so that all of this can be, announced to the public. Call the networks and state we will address the Nation and give the details in the Rose Garden in about thirty minutes. When you call the networks, let them know that no questions will be, answered until we have a better handle on this and that includes questions about Jack South, any questions?”

The secretary of defense, Christopher Albiger, asked, “What about this Jack South guy? Are we going to move on him and find out how this happened?”

The President then looked around the room and said, “Listen to me very, very carefully. Under no circumstance is Jack South to be picked up by any agency or any information released about him from state or federal levels until I tell you different. No, renegades here, we go by my game plan. Do you all understand?” He paused seeing if there were any dissenters then said, “This includes local agencies and the entire federal government. Please get the word out.”

They all nodded in agreement and then he said, “Go to work. We have a mess in California that is of biblical proportions and we need every man at the helm.”

The President then motioned to Jamal Jones, Director of Homeland Security, and said, “I need a moment of your time alone Jamal,” as they left the room.

Chapter 19

8:35 AM EST Day one of 1260 New York - Somewhere in New York Traffic

As we had gotten in the limo, I looked at Gabriel as he motioned for Mark to sit on the same side as myself, facing both Gabriel and Ariel. The driver then pulled away from the parking area of the studio and moved down towards Fifth Avenue into the early morning traffic of New York that never ceases.

Gabriel looked directly at me. He said, “I see Jack that you did it without a hitch, but I also see you are very troubled too. I do understand, and it will get more complicated and troubling.”

I looked right at him then turned my head and looked out the window, knowing that possibly thousands, no millions of people think I am the cause of such a disaster. It was so hard for me to figure which side I was on and he was right it was troubling me a lot. I looked over at Gabriel and said, “It always hurts me when another human, no matter who they are, die. Even people executed for crimes bothers me at times. I know death is the natural progress of life, but even natural catastrophes do not make it any easier. I also know that this one was planned and that there are going to be a lot more people dying.” I knew that because we had already talked about this when we first met.

Ariel said, “Jack, when God said destroy the world the last time, all He kept was a small remnant. There was no plan to save humanity then as now. You are able to warn them, this allows them to prepare and make peace with God. The other witness will be the opposite of you. He will cause disasters and kill many in the name of God. Your function, at least for now, is to warn the people of what is coming and allow them to prepare. All of this, as you know, is part of the time we are in and you were, chosen. You will I know follow as God tells you to. Am I right?”

I bowed my head and simply said, “I am my God’s servant. And I will follow his instructions faithfully and deliver as I have promised.”

Gabriel took his hand, laid it on my head, and said, “You are a good servant Jack. You will be fine.”

Mark was sitting there taking all this in, shaking from head to toe, and then he said, “Who the hell are all of you?”

Gabriel looked at him and said, “We are the messengers of God Mark. I have told you that before.”

“Oh my God!” he said. “How did I get into this?”

Gabriel said, “You are a man of faith and you were selected. We know you will do what you can to help. You are a side player in a big story and we need your expertise until Jack leaves here. Eventually, they are going to try to incarcerate him and see if they can coerce anything out of him. You know the system and you can stop them or at least slow them down. That is all you have to do from this point forward. You are in no danger and your firm can and will make the difference.”

“Are you angels. Are you really from God?”

Gabriel smiled. “No, we are messengers. We discussed all of this before. You have read too many books and seen too many movies. We look just like you, but we have powers you do not have. When this is all over, through your faith, a special place will, be made for you in heaven. I know you’re fearful, but we need you now more than ever.”

As they were talking, I was thinking of being a child and the guardian angel picture I received once as a gift. Now as I sit across from two of them, they just look like everyone else, not the picture from my childhood. I suddenly realized that when the strangers went to Abraham and dined with him, they were like Gabriel and Ariel, possibly the same. Now I was in the same situation. I felt maybe the same as Abraham, might have thousands of years ago.

As I looked at them, I noticed Gabriel and Ariel were both dressed in suits, ties, wing tipped shoes, as they always did, and looked like any other businessperson. Gabriel looked athletic with a straight jaw, short blonde hair, blue eyes, and had a fair complexion. His nose was longer than normal and he had a strong chin. Ariel, on the other hand, looked Middle Eastern, with black hair and dark eyes. His complexion was dark also. He was thin and stood only about five ten. Gabriel was well over six foot. One looked very different from the other. I guess like the people here on earth, the messengers, come in all shapes and sizes too.

“Jack,” Gabriel said, “We need to go over what is going to happen at Bear News.”

“Okay. Hopefully Lucas, from Anthony and Williams, sent the graphics we need.”

Mark said, “They are there Jack. Luke sent them. He called me to confirm it.”

Then I asked, “Is John Roddenburg doing the interview?”

Gabriel looked at Mark and Mark turned to me and said, “Yes. He will be the one.”

Gabriel handed me three typed pieces of paper from a folder on his lap. “This is what is going to happen next, in detail. Leave it with Mr. Roddenburg before you leave today. Bear News will need it to analyze all the data. It goes against most weather and physical knowledge currently known here on earth.”

I started reading the pages and I was immediately in shock.

“Gabriel,” I said, “This will pretty well decimate a large portion of the U.S. in less than a few days, let alone the other parts of the world.”

“That’s very true Jack, but we have already discussed most of this and you are aware of what is to occur not only now, but over the next few years. You are also aware that for the prophecy to come true, the U.S. needs to be, disabled as a world power. This and the California disaster are only the first salvo. It is going to get much worse. Jack, I know you are a compassionate person, but you need to understand. As we discussed before, it will all makes sense in due time. You will understand then and this will no longer bother you during your ministry. However, let me reinforce again to you, the only way to get them to listen is to make them fear God and that is what we are going to do. Do you understand Jack?”

I nodded my head, than quietly said, “Yes, I do understand. I just wish there was another way.”

“Now you know how Noah and Abraham felt.”

Mark’s phone rang. He answered the call, and was listening to the caller, he then told the caller, “Okay, I will get back to you on that. Yes, soon in just a few minutes. Okay, I will call you right back.” He folded his cell back down and turned to me.

“Jack that was John Roddenburg’s assistant with, Bear News. They want to have a panel of religious leaders to question you as part of their interview today. I am to call back and say yea or nay. I think we have gone over those types of questions pretty well in the last few days. We knew that eventually, someone was going to request it. Do you feel comfortable with that Jack or should we tell them no?”

I looked at Gabriel and asked, “What do you think Gabriel?”

“It’s up to you Jack. We have discussed what to do when you are at a loss for words. You know how you need to communicate with God when that occurs, correct?”

“Yes, I remember what you told me. So I guess then I am ready.” I then added, “Can I use the ‘If you don’t believe or you threaten me, I will cause an immediate catastrophe’ scenario if needed?”

“Not yet. Not until we have Shraya, the second witness, in place so he can make those threats. We do not want you being able to call God’s power by your word yet. That will be Shraya’s position and ability. For now, you are the good guy, telling people what will happen so the believers can make preparations to avoid individual disaster.”

It got very quiet for a few moments, and then Mark said, “Also state that you are going to hold your first sermon in Kansas City, Missouri for the people at Memorial Park on Thursday. Luke has already obtained all the permits and the equipment we need. It has already been, shipped and will be set up and ready by then. There will be secure seating on both sides of the stage for security issues. That is for the dignitaries, if they should choose to attend. However, under the circumstances, I think many will. You’re now well known and after this next interview, you will be very famous in some people’s minds and extremely infamous in others.”

Mark also added, “Lucas’ firm is sending special invitations to the President of the U.S., Israel’s Prime Minister, Great Britain’s Prime Minister, Prime Minister of Canada, President of Mexico, most of our U.S. allies, and a few enemies. They will get them this evening after the interview today. I’m sure that by the end of the day, everyone in the world will want to attend to hear what you will do next.”

“How many people do you think will come then?” I asked Mark.

Gabriel piped in and said, “Have you ever seen on television when the Muslims go to Mecca?” Not waiting for an answer, he continued, “It will probably be something like that.”

“How are we going to accommodate them,” I asked. “It’s going to take a lot of equipment and preparation for all those people to be able to see and hear the sermon.”

Mark said, “The reason we hired Lucas’ company is that he can put on a Super Bowl or Woodstock. All it takes is money and you have plenty of that. It will be fine Jack, it will be fine.”

Then Gabriel said, “Take note, that on that day, someone will try and assassinate you. It is okay. We know who it is and will deal with it.”

“Thanks Gabriel. That is just what I wanted to hear. How do you know they won’t be successful?”

“Have faith Jack, have faith. We just want you prepared.”

“So Jack, do I call Bear News and tell them okay?” Mark asked.

“Yes, tell him it is okay.” More to think about, I thought. This was getting to be a very long day.”

Mark was on the phone finishing his call, as the car started to slow down, stopped, and the driver turned his head and said, “We are here.