The Prepper Broadcasting Network - 4-3 Southern Turmoil (remastered)

Episode Date: December 25, 2025

In Season 4, Episode 3 'Southern Turmoil' of the Changing Earth Audio Drama, Erika faces a brutal knife duel with Cassidy amid Texas tensions, Dexter dodges fed hunters in shadowed hideouts, and TJ spins a deadly web of allies to snare the Lone Survivor. As battles rage and betrayals loom, family loyalty clashes with the fight for freedom. Based on Sara F. Hathaway's 'Battle for the South,' this episode explodes with suspense and raw intensity. Dive in now! #PostApocalyptic #AudioDramaSupport the show! Order your Changing Earth Novels and Merchandise at ChangingEarthSeries.com Discover the performers and musical attributes at ChangingEarthSeries.com Become a subscriber and get one-week commercial free early access at ChangingEarthSeries.comGet Prepared with Our Incredible Sponsors! Survival Bags, kits, gear www.limatangosurvival.comEMP Proof Shipping Containers www.fardaycontainers.comThe Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilyPack Fresh USA www.packfreshusa.comSupport PBN with a Donation https://bit.ly/3SICxEq

Pain. Pain is the great equalizer, the secret to life. From the time I was a boy, I learned to always inflict pain faster than my opponent, to never let pain guide my decisions, and always harness the pain for my own strength. The great quake brought misery and death to a callous number of people, but it made me a god, ruler of my domain. Maine, the greatest bounty hunter to ever live. No one, no one dares run from T.J. Swenson, except one.

They call her the lone survivor. The savior of the refugees, but she is my greatest bounty ever. This is life on the changing earth. Good morning, T.J. What are you doing here? We're making bread today. Do you feel up to that? I'm feeling good today.

And Ginny needs to learn how to do it. Don't overdo it. Gin, you keep an eye on her. I will, T.J. Your breakfast is ready. Give it to me. It sounds like Teresa has plans for your time. Thank you, T.J.

What are you working on? You know what I'm working on. She still hasn't popped back up? No. Margaret is doing better. She's been back training at the gym. Doesn't she have a baby to feed? It doesn't eat all the time, T.J.

She can spend a few hours at the gym and be fine. Who takes care of it while she's gone? Susan. She wants to fight again, T.J. she has a child to take care of so so i can't send her back in with the fighters if she were a fighter her child would have gone to the milkmaids she can have one or the other but not both what will she do why don't you mind your own business let me mind mine mine i need to get back to my bread anyhow jenny you keep an eye on her i will take her

Carl, what are you doing here? I wanted to let you know myself. Jarvis is dead. She had Bennett of Clintock's kid and Erica's eldest son in custody. Where are they now? Dallas, the city is locked down. But there's been no sign of them.

They're still there. They're waiting for Erica. We've already taken control of the Merck base there. Their only stronghold is out west. Erica has to know that by now. We don't need to worry about track in her day. if we have something she wants we'll have to wait and see what they come up with i'll head down there you will i told the supreme general i would take care of this keep me posting i don't need a gift no money or labor what if we just say you owe me a favor

Master Sergeant. Do you know when Sean's band was supposed to play in Dallas? They're in Dallas on June 2nd. But they'll look for us there if the federal forces haven't taken them yet. Oh shit. What about Daniel, Master Sergeant? What about my grandparents? Calm down, Dex.

We're going to figure this out. How, Master Sergeant? We're all fugitives now. My dad's in federal prison. More in Midland Talk? secure the vehicle. Smith, come with me and secure the warehouse.

Yes, sir. That should hide the Jeep in the news. It ain't shit you really could do, because we ain't got nothing to lose. We ain't swissed with no cruise. We just stayed out of the loop. Thanks. It's too many. It's too many. Yo, there's so many. Yeah. Dexter, it's time to work. Yes, sir. Find a sniper point.

We have to get that Jeep out of here, or we have to move. Scout it. Yes, sir. Come on, trucker. They're going to kill my dad, aren't they? Honestly, Johnny. Yes, sir, honestly. I'd be surprised if he's not dead already.

Something serious must have happened for the federal forces to have turned on the mercenary army. They would know it means war for sure. The mercenary army remained independent to provide a last check and balance to the new federal power. It seems Colonel Henderson is claiming total control. We have to get him out.

He's in the heart of Kansas City, Johnny. There's no way to get to him now. We have to leave this city and go to the Badlands to regroup. Don't you mean North? Johnny, if they've declared war on the mercenaries, they probably taken the base already. Everyone would have fled to the Badlands to rally for the war.

We can get out of this one A tunnel of feelings And just like we got through everything else That was fast That's because I found the perfect place for us Pack it up Johnny Smith, let's go Come on. We're going up.

What about trucker? He goes up too. Does it need some more Dexter? No. Check this out. How did you find this? I wanted to get a better view, so I jumped up and climbed the roof. When the whole thing popped out, it's perfect, isn't it? Great job, Dex.

Now let's lock it down for 12 hours. That's a routine lockdown period for any city. I wonder if they've already found this spot. We're going to have to take that risk. We don't have another option right now. But right now They're a stormy with a This is one hell of a shit show, Major.

Any hope of negotiating for McClintock? No. They're holding him as a federal traitor. Lieutenant Colonel Merckley is calling the shots now and is not very thrilled. He's never believed Erica could change the votes. Do you blame him? She's never been controllable.

That's why she's the one we needed. She's incorruptible. The truth is, sir, I shouldn't have lied to her. What's done is done, and she's with the militia. She also caused the rift there, and if we can't mend it, I don't know how we can win this war. I know, sir. I'll get to work on that, but shouldn't we send a retrieval team for Bennett? Send Jensen with a truck. Where, sir?

Figure it out, Major. After you do, I want a plan to get into Vegas. We're going to free those refugees before we go west. Come in. Sir, I'm sorry to interrupt. There's an urgent call. for the Major. Keep me posted, Major. Yes, sir. What's up, Stevens? It's a contact from Dallas, sir. Interesting. This is Burgess. Sir, you don't know who I am, but we have a common friend. Her son is here.

This is a federal channel. It can't be traced. I'm sending a pickup. If I can find them, I'll get them out. Hi, this is Sarah F. Hathaway, the creator of the Changing Earth series and the voice of Erica Moore. Visit ChangeenEarthseries.com to explore the novels behind the drama and the survival knowledge behind the stories. Join the Changing Earth membership program and get one week early access to the shift. We appreciate you helping the Changing Earth world go around. Visit us at www.000.com.

That's www.cangingearthseries.com. We both chose to come. Yeah, but you didn't want to break the family up. We left Daniel. I don't know what I was thinking. I thought we could get in and out. You were thinking of saving your mom. Greg, Penny, Carmen.

I don't know how, but we're going to make it. We'll go to Dallas, meet back up with Star, get your mom, and go through the Southwestern Gate. Oh, you got it all figured out, do you? Sounds like a good plan, doesn't it? It does. Good morning. Hey there, Badger.

Did you hear the joke about the butter? No, sir. That's because I didn't want to spread it. Are you leaving? Well, we have to, buddy. I'm going to miss your jokes. Say something. Come on, we better go.

I'm ready. Don't let me stand on this land and be ashamed. Well, Ms. Moore, I heard what you tried to do for those people in the hospital. It was an honorable effort. Mr. Ferguson was very impressed with you. Governor Dixon wanted me to urge you two not to go. Do I have to fight Cassidy? There's nothing I can do about that.

The law is the law. Then we have to go. It was really great to have met you, Melbourne. Sorry, Melvin, but it is what it is. I can have assistance for you at the Southwestern Gate. It's the least I can do. Thanks. Thank goodness I caught up to you guys before you left.

I can't believe you're leaving, so I'm going with you. That's not a good idea, Kyle. Out there, you'll be with federal traders. If they catch us, you'll end up in a refugee system, or worse. Seriously, Kyle, you're a free man here. Don't throw that away. You're right. I am a free man, and I'm free to go with you.

Get her! Get off them! Bring her over here! I'm tired. Here, take this knife. I told you, I want blood, bitch. And I told you, I don't want a fight! Fine. You want to fight? You got to fight.

Here we go, Cassidy. Stay ready. Oh shit! So someone taught you how to fight as well as shoot? Don't worry, you won't need that pretty face anymore. I don't like that I don't want to kill you, I don't want to kill you. I'm so sorry that I took your father's life. But nothing we do now or ever will bring him back. You're a strong woman and a good leader. You're a proud American, and the militia relies upon me. Here we are fighting amongst one another.

When the real fight is out there, our country weakens more and more every day. And I will not take the life of someone who is fighting for freedom, for the freedom of all of you. So Cassidy, go ahead and kill me. Here, take it. Go ahead. Go ahead and kill me. If you think that will honor the memory of your father. Would you stand side by side with me and fight? I will. The northern region is under attack from the federal forces. What?

The northern region is under attack from the federal forces. The federal forces have invaded the northern region to extinguish the mercenary threat. We need y'all back at the governor's compound now if you have this all worked out. We do. Where's Vins? What the fuck? Oh, man, my head. It's okay, baby. I'm fine.

What are you? Holy shit. You're fine? Look at you. Cassie and I sorted everything out. Is she okay? She's fine. I mean, she'll be fine.

Well, Vince, the northern region is being invaded by the federal forces. We have to go back to the governor's compound and find out what the hell is going on. What about Daniel, Erica? Damn it. I knew something like this was going to happen. Let's get back and find out what's happening, and we can contact Virgins. He'll have gotten Daniel. I hope you're right.

What do you always tell me? God has us right where he wants us. I'll pray that's the truth. Oh, how it goes in this stubborn town. No one seem to know how to get wrong One's sail We see what we are and we do what we teach Let me preach in my world

Oh, how it goes Say something Anything Anything Do something I need a team, Mr. Lee. You're going south. To Dallas.

The oldest boy in Benner there. We have confirmation. When? Yesterday, sir. Clock's ticking, T.J. I'm leaving in the morning, sir. But while I'm out there, I'm going to the western wall and trans. Hmm.

I don't want to. You want you out there in the middle of that mess when the shit goes down. The fight is the Supreme Generals. The hunt is mine. If you're lighting up the network, you should also visit Tillman. What do we need that turncoat for? She's out in the four corners area. There's a good chance Erica could go through there, and she may not be as ready for a fight. I see your point, Mr. Lee.

Who are you taking? Uri and Sergei. I want to travel light. We can have pickup vehicles wherever you need them. Take Gerber as well. Yes, sir. Go get some rest, son. You look tired. And it's going to be a long trip. Good night, sir.

What are you doing here? Training, sir. Come with me. But, T.J., I just got here. What did you say? Nothing, T.J. I'm coming. Where are we going? going home.

But I've been there all day. I need some exercise. I can return to duty in free weeks. Says who? That's what's standard, T.J. For a black shirt fighter who gave their child to the nukmates, those children be raised into the ranks. What am I supposed to do, T.J., I'm sorry I had the baby.

I'm sorry I was shot. What do you want from me? Girl, shut your mouth right now. I am your god and you will address me as such. I should... Come here! Oh, PJ, I'm sorry. Shut your mouth.

T.J. Sir. How can I help you, sir? Put her on a fight. What, T.J. Please don't do this. You don't want to live in the life you have? You're going to learn how different things can be. I'll show you to the station. Push her hard. Yes, sir. She has a child.

A woman named Susu will bring the child by so she can nurse it. Yes, sir? She doesn't lock down with the laborers. I'll send a guard to take her home. Do not let any man touch her, or I'll kill you. Yes, T.J. If there's any issues while I'm out of town, they go directly to Mr. Lee. Yes, sir.

find myself growing passively entertained where's the end of all this pain when am I going wake up and say I have no reason to be ashamed oh oh

Good, whatever time it is, sir. Good afternoon, Dex. We're in a pickle now, aren't we, sir? There used to be a mercenary base in the northwest corner of the city. Grabs in Chow and Johnny go scattered out. Yes, sir. What's up, Dex? Get ready to move.

Make me some. We need to get eyes on an exit route. Go west, young man. You got it. Leaving all my worries, I prepare for something new. Whatever it was that held me back, I'm sure it wasn't true. Holding on too long and on, we solve questions, holds you down. What could have been a friendly smile or has turned into a frown.

I'm moving on and on. Fed team down on the street. Let's try to circle around. Trucker found us a path. Let's try to get into the attic of one of those homes. Trucker, stay. We can get a good view from up here. What do you see?

Feds are holding the Merck's prisoner. All the common areas are full of prisoners. There must be thousands of them. How many guards? About... Two hundred? Too many for us. How did 200 take a thousand?

I don't know. But that's what it looks like to me. We need to move. What are they going to do with all those people? The system is already overloaded. You want to circle around? There's no need to risk it. Let's go out the back and go north for a few yards to see what the murk gate looks like at the fence. But, I bet we'll find more of the same. We'll figure it out, buddy.

I can get a nice vantage point down there. Do it. I'm satisfied with what I've got and still eager for no. It's all locked down tight. It's time to check in anyway. All and all. Hi, this is Jane Austen, otherwise known as Survivor Jane. and the voice of Dolores Chapman.

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You can also find information on Prepper Camp, the largest three-day preparedness event in the country every fall, hosted by myself and my husband Rick Austin. Erica, I brought you some bandages. Are you sure you're going to be okay, babe? I don't want to miss this, Vince. We've been invited to the leadership meeting. Here, let me help you then.

They must stand in their regional groups. Looks that way. There's that guy that was in Houston, Mr. Ferguson? That guy over there. He represented the Constitutionalist Party for the Central Region. Oh, crap. What was his name? Emery, uh, Emory Hahn.

That's it. They're increasing the amount of soldiers. I called you all together because of an urgent situation we feared was going to happen. But now it has become a reality. The federal forces have made some bold moves in the last. 24 hours. The Constitutionalist Party members have been arrested and are sitting with General McClintock in federal prison under a charge of collusion with the resistance. Their seats have been given to social safety party members, as well as those from the congressional party that they

are able to control. The first order was to eliminate the mercenary and militia soldiers. Members had to join the federal forces or accept a refugee designation for themselves and their family. We receive word that most are headed west. We have communications being routed to their commanders as we speak. Attacking the governing board and the independent factions was not enough though. They are performing a full-on invasion in the northern region under charges of grand treason. It is being wiped clean of landowners and refugees alike. Oh shit. I can't believe this. It's true. They opened up the gates and started rolling in tanks. They're headed for the mercenary bases first. There's nothing we can do now, Derek. We will take it back one day. We're

not going to sit here and wait for them to set their sights on us. What do you suggest to the governor? Bernie, I'm suggesting that we take the opportunity to reclaim all of Texas. The battle for the South is about to do you think your men are ready to accomplish this? We could use all the help we can get, but I think we're ready, especially if they're focused on the north. Derek's northern soldiers are retreating to the badlands with the mercenaries. You sent any reserves in to help attack the New Mexico border, Cassidy? Yes, sir. I have three teams at the ready as we speak.

Amir, I can't even get you back into the central region. So I know you can't get anyone else. You've got that right, sir. We are working on the way through. If you will give me an hour of your time later. You got it. Emery, think you can get any teams across the water? No, sir.

Federal forces have four battleships out in the Mississippi Sea. Any disturbance from that? Appalachian region, and those ships will be aimed right at us. With all due respect, sir, and I mean all due respect. You can flee inland, but we can't. We're working on a solution, but right now we have to hope that cutting them off our fuel will cripple them enough to get a foothold until we can organize with the Merks and the Badlands. The last order of business is that you may have noticed that I invited Erica and her husband, Vince Moore, into our inner circle. We have agreed to help her get her mom out of Dallas when our team's moved in.

Erica's mother, Nancy Fisher, is no longer in Dallas. I have contacts within the textile factories reporting that Matthew Tweed removed her himself. The assumption is that he took her to the Vegas camp. Great. Just great. Thank you for the intel, Katie. Please welcome Erica and Vince and give them any assistance they need. I'll talk to you both privately in a minute. Now, let's get ready to take back what's ours.

Come on, Erica, let's find you a doctor. Vince, Erica, I still want you to join us. We're headed to Vegas, too. One division of our forces will head west around the southern tip of the Ogallala Lake and attack the southwestern border crossing. We'll contact the Merks and start taking the West. It will take some time, but we'll get there. Time may not be something we have a lot of.

Why? What's going on? Come on. I'll walk with you to see my dock. We got a hold of information indicating another quake may be on the way. We're going to lose the coasts again. How much of the coast? We're not sure. But we'll definitely lose Vegas. The scientist I talked to says he thinks there will be more volcanic activity this time as well.

We'll have to push up some timelines, but now we have time to prepare. Chaos has turned your white clouds to dark gray. And you taste the tears in the rain. And I know you have all the strength to find your way. As you teach the world to be brave Follow the line That speaks to your eyes Even stronger every time that you cry

Your eyes Excuse me, sir. It's okay. Dexter? Is that you? No freaking way. Rob? Rob Duncan? What in the world are you doing here?

Actually, I'm looking for you. Dad sent me. Come on. We got to get you off the street. Can we trust this guy? 150%. Rob and I are like brothers. Families left California together,

and we grew up together at the refugee camp. I've told you about Rob. He's the one whose family your mom and dad rescued after the Great Quake, right? When they sent you to Lotus Camp with Star, who you just met? Yeah. Anyway, they killed the guy causing all the problems and made it home. Brought a ton of supplies with them, too. That's when I met Rob.

And since then, we've been like brothers. Ain't that right, Dix? That's right, bro. There's a lot of good memories in that traphole camp. Is this cool, Rob? Whose place is this? It's my place. Well, my parents in my place.

Dad got a big promotion, and we got clearance to leave the Las Vegas camp, and come here. That's how Dad knew you were in trouble. Thanks, Rob. I'm so happy for you guys. I heard that your folks found your grandparents. We rooted for them through the trip. trial, which was complete BS, by the way. But what happened to you, Dex? And doing the mercenaries after we got to my grandparents' place, I just couldn't act like

nothing had happened. I get it. You liked training in Vegas. Who's your friends? This is my faithful companion trucker, and this is my partner in crime, Johnny McClintock. McClintock? Is this General McClintock's son? That's right. I know. Thanks for your concern. The federal forces uncovered evidence of mercenaries working with the resistance movement. They've been blasting it all over the airwaves. The federal forces have been taking control of all mercenary bases. The soldiers can either join the federal force or be transferred to refugee processing centers along with their families.

The constitutionalists on the federal governing board were also implicated and removed. Plus, the resistance has large numbers in the northern region, so most of the federal army is moving to invade. You guys are in big trouble if they catch up. you did you really kill those feds we had no choice what's going on out there don't worry it's closing time let's go into the back room just in case it's time to move anyway come on I have my own apartment back here very nice Rob oh no T.J. Swenson, to what do I owe the honor?

The Supreme General sent me to collect Erica Moore. She's not in our town. No, but her son is. Major Jarvis's blunder. It's true. The boy is here. What did you find in the lockdown? Nothing. Is Cheryl Duncan still working in the communications department?

He is. How is he connected? I'm not sure that he is connected, but he has a past with the Moors. He also has a son. You're right, he does. Hmm, I know the Duncan's. Very reliable workers. You think they're involved? You can search it without causing suspicion.

No one forgets when I visit. Oh, I bet not, sir. I'll leave a team to assist if you need them, but I need to move on. I understand, sir. Show the Supreme General you can get the job done. We'll get this, Saul. Baby, I'm coming, coming for you. Baby, I'm coming, coming for you.

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Yeah, Dad. Can you come here for a minute? Sure. Lieutenant Ashish, what a surprise. I finally got a chance to come by and see that new place. This is a much nicer home than that government apartment you had. It sure is, sir. This home reminds me of the first home, my family and I own.

family and I owned when I opened up my first clothing store back in Atlanta. And Rob, don't you have your own apartment in this house? I do, sir. It's nice to have my own space. Boy, a young man needs his own space, Rob. I've been watching you. You're a hard-working young man. Your numbers on your installation cruise is superb. Thank you, sir. Now son, let's see that place of yours. Oh, you wanted to see it now? You know how bachelors are? It's really messy. Of course, son. I was young once too. I wouldn't be surprised. I didn't come all this way to get nothing less than the

grand tour. Yes, of course, sir. son get with it you have your own bedroom right here and a bathroom back there yes sir quite a change from how i grew up see what happens when you're a productive member of our great society son yes sir well gentlemen the place is wonderful and i would love to stay and say hello to the missus but i have got to quiet that storm rolling in from the south. Houston won't survive the day. Oh, those arrogant rednecks should have gotten with the program a long time ago, and we'd be sending the Federal rescuer squads to help.

I'm sure the people would be better off. Thank you for the lovely tour. Did you find him? Yeah. he's here or was here maybe they went out the window nope there's guards out there oh my god dexter

look at you you've grown so much and you have some new scars found my grandparents I heard why didn't you stay dex I didn't fit in in that world Harold not after all we've been through, and... And there was this girl?

Okay, okay. So there was a girl. But my choice to become a Merck was not because of her. It was the best choice for Trucker and me. Plus, I met Johnny, and he's the real love of my life. Oh, you're... Hey, hell no. It's not gay, Harold.

We're just horny. Seriously, Dax. It's nice to see you, but have you heard, What is going on? How do you plan on getting out of here? I heard from the Federal Forces Major who tried to arrest me that war has been declared on the mercenaries. I know my mom and dad aren't in the Northern region.

We know Johnny's dad is in a federal prison, and Bennett is waiting for me to come back with Intel. But I still have no idea how we're going to get out of here. The Federal forces are doing much more than that. chatter indicates they are mobilizing full invasion on the north they are selling as a northern treason against the union the major social safety members will end up controlling it all my brother and grandparents are still there dexter get to this address i'll get her the message and she'll be ready for you okay we will see each other again now go Where are they? They're down south. Maybe headed your way?

Good to see you, Rob. Take care of your old man. Well, it's about time, gentlemen. Where have you been? We ran into Rob, Duncan. Harold's son? The same. Harold's been stationed here. He has a way out for us. But we have to go tonight. Do you still trust him, Dexter? Without question.

You sure? Time can change people. He has a nice, comfortable federal job now. Why would we want to put all that at risk? Why did you, sir? Here, this is where Harold said to go. The feds have invaded the north, sir. A full invasion. All the murk faces are forfeited. We'll have to regroup out west.

What are you talking about, Master Sergeant? We're not headed out west. We're going north. Johnny's dad, my brother, and grandparents. Major Virgis, they are all there. We have to help them. Help them do what, Dex? Evacuate to the west.

Look around. There's four of us. We knew this day might come, and the plan is to regroup with the mercenaries and refugees in the West and plan our strategy from there. Fine, then. Johnny and I will go. No, Dex, we won't. My dad's in trouble, too, but I think the master sergeant is right. We have to regroup with the mercenary force if we have any hope of winning this war. You're only saying that because there's no hope of saving your dad. My brother needs me.

Whatever, Dex. Dexter, knock that shit off. If you go north, you will die, and you'll be no help to anyone. Right now we need to focus on getting out of this city, and I need both of your heads 100% in the game. Do you hear me, soldiers? Yes, sir. The dash on your tricep was the worst of it. I had to stitch the muscle back together.

Those stitches will dissolve on the road. But the ones holding the skin together will have to be removed in a few weeks. What about the ones on her face? Same situation. They need to be removed. moved in a few weeks. Thanks, Doc. Eight stitches. Eight ugly stitches in my face. Erica, we need to go now.

I know, Vince. Things are way out of control now. We have to find Bennett and find out what happened to Daniel. Can't believe this happened. I knew we shouldn't have split up. And now, we're spread all over the country. knows where Dexter is now who knows what happened to star we need some info ASAP Erica what are we gonna do I don't know Vince sorry I had no idea this would happen I'm sorry to interrupt but I heard you talking about your family and I understand how hard it is to be away from them but you can't leave

now I hated you Erica I wanted to kill you so bad. I heard your story everywhere, the lone survivor of Sacramento. I hated that, too. I couldn't escape the talk about the heroes to find the new system. I even hated the hope it was given people that we could be free once again. You have to be there to help. The people will need to know you are with them.

They will follow you because they identify with you. Don't throw that momentum away now. Cassidy. Even though I had to fight all my life to survive, I'm no soldier. I let a rescue team. We ran in and grabbed supplies before the disaster struck. There's nothing I can do here, and my family and friends, they need us. What about all those people willing to pick up their pitchforks and fight battleships?

What about their families? What about all of the refugees that can no longer have families? They need you too. Right now, all I want is some slings. get that. You're one brutal lady. As are you. I'm talking to my soul because I don't know what I want. Yeah, I'm here talking to myself like someone's going to risk mine. I'm getting tired of my soul because I don't know what I want, but I'm not out here on my, out here on my own.

Wondering if it is forever Or is there some place that'll make her feel better What's up? Nothing. Come on, Vince, I'm tired. What's up? That woman, Cassidy. Maybe she's right.

What? You are a figurehead. You rally the troops, just like, Bennett wanted. It doesn't matter, Vince. They used us to try and change the country. Now we're going to war. I have no idea what's happening in my children. We're where we are for a reason. I always say, God has us right where he wants us. Well, maybe God has us right where he wants us. Governor Dixon will establish communication with the Merck Army, and we'll get the news that way. Hopefully, Major Burgess got my mom and dad and Daniel out before the invasion.

Are you serious, Vince? You're the one who wanted to leave so bad. I know. But that woman, she wanted to kill you, Erica. And look what you did. Got caught up and barely survived? No. You stood your ground, and now she's begging you to join her army.

That's incredible. life is what it is and we are where we are who's to say we're not right where we're supposed to be I'd feel much better if I knew the kids were safe I agree I can be anything whatever you want me to be it's a call to the ring I'm throwing up my gloves and need my back against the ropes I've got nowhere to go I'm looking down the soul I got a strike of love Because practice makes perfect, you know They struggle got purpose and we grow So whatever roll we have to take next

All I need to know is that we'll roll with the punches We'll roll with the punches. TJ, I didn't know you're bringing Patrice back with you. She could take a look at the books while we're here. You're too kind, Jimmy. What are you after, TJ? Erica Moore. The chick was on track.

The refugees covered the lone survival. The savior of the refugee. I want to call her mine, stick her in a cage and tame her. Of course you would. Teach. How can I help? You can start by bringing that little redhead over here. Lisa, come over here.

Aren't you a beauty? You'll definitely do for tonight. I knew coming out here was a good idea. You should visit me more often. visit me more often, DJ. Always too much to do and not enough time. Isn't that the truth? My intel tells me that Erica may be going through the Western Wall.

The Supreme General has alerted the guards at the wall, and you know the quality of work the feds do. It is at the end of my territory, DJ. I'll send teams. You're damn right, you will, and I don't want to hear your excuses, Jimmy. Lisa, do not take another step away from him. You like this one, don't you, Tran. Get over here, Sugar. You know you can have whatever is mine, T.J.

Without you, I would be nothing. That's why you have the position you have. What do you need for me? I need another boat to get product over than Ogallara. I'll see what I can do. Talk to Patrice about whatever else you need. I have an errand run, and I'll pick her up on the way back. Don't worry, T.

I'll treat her like a queen. Would you like another glass of wine, Patrice? Absolutely. I heard you helped take down the leader of the militia that was infesting DJ's lands. You heard about that all the way out here? Word travels quickly, my friend, especially when Yerick comes out. That little girl was so confused. And when I saw her poor gun on DJ, I knew I had to do something.

You should have seen it. She comes out of nowhere and knocked him out cold. you're in the game you play by my rules show me what do you care i'm a black file to send me a prayer and i'll spray my wings near the sky let's go wave like you see me now Human trafficking is not fiction. It's a reality in every country. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children explains that every 30 seconds a child is trafficked in the United States. If you see something, say something.

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Dexter? Oh my goodness, is that you come in. Hi, Betsy. It's me. Dexter, what are you doing back here? Back here? You didn't tell me you saw Dexter today. He's wanted by the feds. Lieutenant Ashish was at the house today. If you didn't know, you wouldn't have had to lie. What are you doing back here? You have to get out tonight. I have to know.

if my brother's okay. You can't find out. Please, Harold. I have to know. You're asking a lot, Ducks. I know, but... I'll tell you what I can do. Come with me. This is a list from the invasion thus far. Oh my gosh. It keeps going. Let's search for Daniel. I can't find Daniel. Thank God. I can't find your grandparents either.

See, there's hope. You only have a few hours to get out of here. What's wrong, Harold? The feds are sweeping the city for tunnels. That block will get swept in two days, and the entrance is scheduled to be sealed in four. hours. Oh crap. Here, take this.

I know you have your packed stashed somewhere close. I love you, Dexter. Take care, Dex. And it is gonna be so pissed. Get in here. Boy, I should. Daniel's name wasn't on the list. What are you talking about, Dex?

Where have you been? I went back to Heralds. I knew he could find out if Daniel was okay. Show me a list of the deceased. It was long. But Daniel's name wasn't on it. Neither were my grandparents or Major Virges. I see.

It still doesn't excuse you breaking formation and heading off on your own. What if something would have happened? I wasn't alone. I had trucker. Still, Ducks. Not okay. Is this your boy? Yes, ma'am.

Thank you for letting us wait for him. Before the feds started sweeping the tunnels, we could have waited all night. But now, I'll be sad to see my little piece of the refugee underground railroad shut down. Come on, guys. I'll show you the way. Mr. McClintock. It's time to go. Oh, Mom. Can't they stay a little while longer?

I'm sorry, Boston. I wish they could stay longer, too. But it's just not safe. Okay, Mommy. I sure had fun, Boston. You take care of that mom of yours. Yeah, okay. Johnny, you could come back and visit anytime.

Hey, Johnny. Yeah, hey, Dex. You know, there was a time when one of my ancestors was shown a road to freedom. Just like this. That woman went on and had a family and a very full life. This will be the last time I get to do the same for you all. So I want you to step out of that tunnel, new man, ready to change the world. Ma'am, we will do our very best.

I'm sure you will. Now, help me move this. Climb down this tunnel, and it opens into a conduit that runs power and fiber optic cable. Turn left and keep crawling. You have four miles until you will come to another dirt tunnel. Follow it and knock at the door. They know you're coming. It's going to be a tight fit for you, big man.

I'll manage. Come on, trucker. It's okay. Come on. Come on. Thank you for all you've done. New men. Harvesting herbs for dinner.

T.J., what are you doing here? Stay on your knees, woman. Do you doubt I wouldn't show up after this stunt you pulled at the trial? How did you get past my men? You could be sure we're going to discuss that. But I'm the one asking questions. Do you understand? That woman has been through enough.

No, that woman is my bounty. She should have come on with me. Her children were mutilated. After what your black shirts did to my son, I know how she feels. Maybe you're mistaking me for a federal soldier. Or maybe you're ready to feel the pain of my beloved Sheila. I'm sorry, T.J., we got off on the wrong foot. Why don't you come in and have a drink?

I'm sure we can sort this out. That's much better. Get up. Let's go. Sergei, clear it. Yuri, stay with DJ. You made an interesting choice letting that woman go. It definitely made my life more complicated. You have nothing to say?

What do you want me to say, TJ? I did what I thought was right. It is all clear, DJ. Let's go have that drink. Did you come to take my land? That's up to you. What do you want? Ms. Tillman, are you okay?

Step back. Who are you? Don't you... Burt, shut your mouth right now. Staying over there and stay quiet. Yes, ma'am. And who is this rude, bastard? This is the head of security, Bert Green. He is responsible for the joke of the perimeter that you maintain?

Yes, T.J. You're lucky you're not one of my men. I'd have you skinned. What can we do for you, T.J? Erica Moore may come through here. If she does, you'll bring her to me. If you don't, you'll lose everything, and you'll spend endless hours screaming for my men.

The Supreme General is done with your game. Boy, how did I end up behind the dog? Jesus. At least you don't have his nose up your ass. I feel like a sweaty sausage being squeezed through its skin. We should have only a few yards to go, sir. Well, aren't you a sight for sore eyes? The River just sent me to collect you, sir.

Then he made it to the rendezvous point? Sir. Oh, thank God. This is Private First Class Moore. I'm sure he's curious how his family is doing. Daniel, Starr, and your grandparents all made it to Reno as well. What about Starr's husband, Sean? Well, in Paradise, sir.

Long story short, Starr's headed to the rendezvous point, and Sean Van Van is headed back north with the blessings of the federal forces. How's that? Let her explain that. And what about my father? No good news, Corporal. He's still alive, but we're not sure for how long. Fuck.

Illishmen are on the move, sir. Looks as if they're headed to take back Dallas along with northern Texas. Well, at least as far east as the battleships can reach. Do you think they'll try to take the southwestern wall? The radio sounds from the feds in that area, sir. They're scrambling to find out what it's going. along, but their forces are still occupied in the north, so there's the little they can do now. They'll be going after that wall. Mark my words, they could unite the southern militiamen

to the soldiers roaming the badlands. Now is the time to take it. Don't even think about it, sir. Major Burgess gave me strict orders to get you to Nevada. You guys want a Pemmican bar? Heck yeah, where'd you get these? That's he gave them two me. You want one, Johnny? No. Sorry for what I said, Johnny.

It's cool, bro. No, it's not. It was a messed up thing to say. I really wish I hadn't. Yeah, it was a dick-ed thing to say, but I get you. You didn't know if your brother and grandparents were alive or not. And, man, it does hurt. It does.

The thing is... Yeah? The last time I talked to my dad, I told him he was an idiot for staying and hung up on him. I didn't say goodbye or I love you. He knows, Johnny. He knows you love him. But I didn't get to tell him. And now I may never get to. I'll never hear your boy.

Call up to me again. And love is an addiction that makes beggars of us. You're going to take whatever comes my way. You're going to need this. Body armor. That's comforting. You didn't expect to sit in the truck the whole time, did you? No, ma'am, it's just nobody ever gave a shit about me.

At least not enough to put armor on me. You're with the militia now, woman. We'll take good care of you. I'll see you when we get you Brady. Sounds good. It's kind of suck. We're wearing all this gear and this hot muggy weather.

Isn't that the truth? Here, I think you have your strap twisted. Hello, Erica. I miss them too. But you're going to have to get your head in the game. What would Bennett say? suck it up cupcake we got a job to do you're right as soon as we get through the gates we're going to start hitting the federal checkpoints cassidy said they should be minimally staffed because of the invasion in the north the militia team should be able to handle it but we need to be ready to go radio silence an advantage and a disadvantage all at once the longer it takes them to notice us the better

Damira's headed back to the central region. Can you imagine trying to maintain a low profile there? But he provides critical information. I get it. Just sketchy. I'm not ready for darkness. I know we can do better. I'm not ready for darkness.

If we promise to hold on and to never let go. I'm not ready for darkness. I'm a big for dark yes This must be great It's beautiful It's beautiful Looks like the feds have been cleared out already It's huge.

Don't get too close to that edge, baby. How is the ride? Hot and sweaty. I hear that. What's the plan? Phillips team is heading north. The ferry will escort the troops to the other side of the lake. They're going to enter New Mexico from there.

Timing will be the key to our victory. How far do we have to go? We'll stop one more time in Pecos. We'll split up there. I'm leading a team to the board the trains. scheduled to enter the southern wall. The communications hub is located on the tracks inside the wall. The train would take us in and after we take out the communications hub, we'll light a flare and the squads will converge on the gate to draw the fire while the inserted teams remove the

snipers. We'll finish clearing the concrete gun and placements in trenches that line the wall and the southern wall will be ours after that. It'll be dark by the time we get there. Flight will challenge the skill of the snipers and make the flare easier to see. Cassidy, we're ready to go. I'm on my way. One more stop and we're headed in. Yes, me chow. I'll see you guys on the other side.

Good luck, kick some ass. We'll do. Oh, you're ready, miss savior. Geez, who peed in his Cheerio? William Baker was his best friend. Oh. Here, babe. Nothing says potential last supper like mac and cheese.

I'll take it. The lone survivor. Scars are fading. I wish the memories would. A lot of good came from those scars too. too so many of these kids aren't going to make at home you okay I'm so pissed Erica

frustrated with life missing my kids right now all I need is a target and I'll kill all those bastards I think you're going to get the chance I'm a ready for darkness I'm a ready for darkness I know we can do better

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