John,

I think we have a problem with the quality control agent we sent after Inmate 44T8SB3. The electronic beacon on the PNX5's transport has been terminated, and he hasn't contacted us, as per protocol. Satellite has confirmed that he is not returning to Cyrus, despite all the transport malfunctions. Normally, I wouldn't bring this up to you—I know how valuable your time is—but after going through the PNX5's communications with our base, I started to suspect that his loyalty had been compromised. Attached is his latest correspondence. Please read over it and write me with your assessment of this situation as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

Lija

Attch: (no virus found)

>>PNX5 Badge # 5699023

>>Field Report # 11

>>Despite my best efforts, Inmate 44T8SB3 has continued to >>elude me. I would think that my rover would be able to out >>maneuver such a slow moving vessel, but several events >>have caused me to be sidetracked from my primary mission. >>However, I am close. Within a few days, I am confident I will >>have a visual on the balloon, and all thing permitting, I'm sure >>that Inmate 44T8SB3 and her companions will be cut from >>their journey through this glorious countryside.