Classified Personnel File · Security Division
Shin-Level Security · Head of Nocturnal Operations
Operative
Mac
Ground-level threats neutralised. Authorised ankles unharassed. All others: proceed with appropriate caution.
They called him a 'rescue'. He is a force of nature. His official designation is Operative Mac. His actual designation is irreplaceable.
Mac holds the position of Head of Nocturnal Security for The Daily Tremor and owns Shin-Level Security. He is a Jack Russell of considerable intelligence, impeccable instinct, and zero tolerance for the NERO SANGUE syndicate. His reach is ankle-height. The syndicate has learned, at considerable personal cost, that this is more than sufficient.
He does not bark without reason. He does not stand down without evidence. He walks beside the Elusive Author on her worst days and her best ones, and he has never once required an explanation for either.
Date of incident: Withheld by order of the Elusive Author.
Footage confirms Operative Mac departing the scene at speed following a shin-level intervention against a NERO SANGUE operative. The target has been identified. Their shin has not recovered.
Mac was travelling by motorcycle. He wore a helmet. Even though it's fairly obvious he doesn't need one, being built low to the ground and extremely aerodynamic.
The motorcycle was not officially authorised. This detail has been redacted from all formal reports by mutual agreement.
"He does not make threats. He makes contact. There is a meaningful difference, and the NERO SANGUE have been informed of it via their shins."
NBC Internal Report · February 2026Following an exceptional performance during December's extended nocturnal security operations for The Daily Tremor, Mac was awarded a red Ferrari by editorial decree.
The Ferrari was deployed immediately. Capo Vizio, Prince of Poison and sixth operative of the NERO SANGUE syndicate, was located in the vicinity of the Colosseum and gave chase. Capo Vizio's chosen defensive weapon was pistachio panettoni.
The panettoni did not stop Mac. Nothing stops Mac. The panettoni are, however, under analysis at the NBC laboratory, on the grounds that they may constitute a delicious conflict of interest.
Mac and Percy Pilsbury in conference. What was discussed remains classified. Percy is a parrot of significant opinion. Mac is a dog of significant patience. The arrangement works.
Mac received his favourite mooshy fox from the Elusive Author for Christmas. The fox has been cleared by NBC security. It poses no threat. It is, however, extremely soft.
Even the most effective operatives require a tactical pause. Sunglasses issued by NBC. Chew toy: personal. Mediterranean sun: complimentary.
Mac and the Elusive Author, photographed at an undisclosed location. This was taken pre-kite surfing. The Elusive Author had insisted Mac wear sunglasses and apply sun screen. In front of his friends. Neither party has commented further.
Operative Mac attended an Avian Intelligence Unit briefing on warship matters via kite surf. This was considered, by all parties, an entirely reasonable mode of transport for the occasion.
Mac does not require a commendation. Mac requires hydration, a functioning perimeter, and the occasional belly rub administered by appropriately vetted personnel.
Approach calmly. Announce yourself clearly. Do not make sudden movements near the ankles.
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