Chapter 324: Incredible, We Saved the Dog and the Flag
[Chapter 324: Incredible, We Saved the Dog and the Flag]
A strong wind blew, causing the flag on a low flagpole to ripple with the stars and stripes dancing in the breeze. Below, flames licked closer, threatening to consume the flag at any moment.
A small border collie dashed out of nowhere, barking incessantly at the fiery scene. From the night before until now, Fire Chief Karen Crowley had come to terms with the reality that most of the female firefighters she had recruited were unworthy in the face of such an intense blaze; they struggled to contribute effectively in these difficult conditions.
However, as a passionate advocate for women's rights, she was determined not to give up easily or abandon the banner of feminism. Karen called upon the most reliable team among the female firefighters and pointed towards the flag. She directed Team Leader Leah, saying, "Take your team over there, save that flag and the little collie, go now!"
Leah nodded, rallying her team members. They donned their masks and grabbed fire extinguishers as they raced towards the flagpole. The six of them coordinated perfectly; four forged ahead, using their extinguishers to eliminate stray sparks, covering Leah as she rushed to the flagpole and untied the flag, now riddled with dozens of holes from flying embers.
Another teammate gently cradled the little collie, offering words of comfort. They burst out of the fire zone, triumphantly returning. The other female firefighters spontaneously gathered along both sides of the road, watching the heroes they had rescued, clapping enthusiastically.
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In front of the cameras from the Los Angeles Times and NBC, Chief Karen Crowley personally approached Leah, embracing her while ordering, "Everyone, take off your masks and turn to the left."
The six-member team led by Leah removed their masks, looked into the camera lenses, and stood composed. Karen guided the team to their fire truck, pulling back the damaged flag alongside Leah to showcase the greatness of female firefighters.