The 12th Man Page #4

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Our mission

was to destroy strategic targets.

There were twelve of us.

We had eight tons

of explosives on board.

But we couldn't land

where we first planned.

So we had to find a new contact.

What's the contact's name?

Anaton Pedersen.

Anaton Pedersen?

He's dead.

And you are?

Hkon.

Hkon Srensen.

The information we had

was outdated.

And the person we talked to

couldn't be trusted.

Get me the police.

Start the engine!

Start the engine!

When we returned,

we had no time

before we were discovered.

Then everything fell apart.

We had a briefcase

full of information.

Get going!

We tried to destroy the evidence.

I was the last man overboard.

They took everyone.

I was the only one who got away.

Make sure this wasn't all in vain.

Everyone who helps me...

is risking their life.

I don't know if anyone

has been killed because of me.

The worst part is not knowing.

These men have battled

in the trenches for months.

And they continue fighting

to defeat the enemy.

Giving everything

for the fatherland.

The bloodthirsty Soviets

have met their match.

In Norway,

a successful operation

led by Lieutenant Colonel

Kurt Stage,

intercepted a fishing vessel.

Stage reports that twelve saboteurs

were captured.

And that the operation

was a complete German success.

Damn it!

What is this?

Halt!

This is London, transmitting

on a 1,500-meter long wave,

one wave at 19 meters,

two at 31 meters,

and one at 41 meters.

I sit by this microphone

not to report accidents,

but to bring greetings

to all compatriots listening.

I make myself the spokesman

for everything we achieve together.

And I hope every listener

at this moment

feels how strong every man's heart

is beating along with his own.

Someone was just here.

No one's been here for two days.

We still can't move him.

This doesn't look good.

Have you lost the map?

I know you'll find your way.

Make sure this wasn't all in vain.

- Congratulations!

- Today is a special day.

Happy Constitution Day.

Hooray for Norway.

May 17.

And no aquavit?

The eggs are from Olaf.

And the syrup is from Ludvig.

The cream is from Peder.

Even though the Germans

have raided his place four times lately.

And Signe baked it.

Their eight-year old

made the flag for you.

Happy 17th of May, Jan.

God bless our dear fatherland.

- Is the snow melting?

- Yes.

Then how will you pull me

across on a sled?

We aren't sure

you're strong enough, Jan.

I'm sure.

This isn't about me anymore.

These Northerners are useless.

But the Sami are even worse.

May I ask what

you were talking about?

Yes, you may.

What were you talking about?

He asked when the snow

normally melts on the plateau.

And you told him?

I told him the truth.

Which is?

Only the gods know.

But I'd move him pretty soon

if I were you.

I know for a fact this snow

isn't going to last.

The Baal brothers

are moving their herd

across the border

in a few days.

My name is Aslak Baal.

Jan Baalsrud.

There's still one bullet left.

Sorry I lost my temper.

Good to see you're human too.

You need to go.

Marius, you know that kerchief

mother gave me?

I gave it to Jan.

Did you check that nothing

was left behind?

Did you check?

I was focused on Jan.

I don't know if anything was left.

- Why is that so important?

- It has my initials on it!

How do you intend to hide

a fugitive like me in broad daylight?

We have a plan.

Once near the border,

I'll go ahead and steer the herd

in the right direction.

We'll give you our strongest animal.

One that knows the route well.

It won't give up

until you're across.

If things go wrong

and they capture me,

I'd rather die

by a Norwegian bullet.

Deal.

Guard change!

He seems to have spent weeks

in this cabin.

We found leftover food.

Fuel and candles.

We have long suspected this.

We think he stayed here a while.

Ready? The border is coming up.

Not far to go now!

Is this yours?

Answer the question!

Is that your toe?

I want to know where he is!

Careful!

He may be armed.

Stop!

This is Guard Tower 6.

Yes, what is it?

There's a reason for this.

There's a reason

you've survived, Jan.

What?

Jan.

It's over now.

You can let go, Jan.

It's over now.

You're safe.

You can let go.

Listen.

Don't be afraid.

We'll put an end

to this madness.

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