Pauline answered on the first ring. Shanti told her that they had reason to believe Noor and Rafique were in danger, but she did not mention the cell phone.
Pauline told Shanti that only the Bangladesh government could grant permission for Noor and Rafique to go with them. “It could take weeks.”
Shanti shared that news with Connor.
He shook his head. “Doesn’t it figure? The best thing we can do is get that phone far away from here. If they’re tracing it, they’ll know it’s gone and hopefully leave Rafique alone. Noor, can you tell him to stay away from his shelter and wherever he hid the phone? You shouldn’t tell anyone about this, or it might put you in danger, too.”
Noor’s face was pale, but she nodded. “I understand.”
Shanti hugged her. “I’ll get in touch through Pauline. Thank you for your help. Please thank Rafique for his courage. I hope we haven’t put you in any danger.”
“The danger was here before you came. Go with God, Shanti.”
“Segal and Isaksen are here. Noor, you and Rafique should go out the back door. If you see anything unusual, report it to camp security. We’ll exit through the front entrance. Let’s move!”