Trust Your Eyes

THREE

“Well, it sure is nice to hear from you.”

“Thank you for taking my call.”

“I don’t give my private line to just anyone. You’re a very special prospect.”

“I appreciate that, sir. I really do.”

“I got your latest e-mail message. Sounds like things are coming along very well.”

“Yes, they are.”

“Good to hear.”

“I’m still wondering…do you have any idea of the timing of the incident, sir?”

“If only we did. It’s like asking the exact moment when terrorists will hit next. We simply don’t know. But we have to be prepared for when, and if, that moment comes.”

“Of course.”

“And I know you’ll be ready. You’re going to be tremendously valuable to us. A wonderful resource.”

“You can count on me, sir.”

“You do appreciate that there is risk in what you’re doing?”

“I know.”

“Someone like you, there are forces hostile to our government that would be very glad to get their hands on you.”

“I’m aware, sir.”

“Good to know. Listen, I have to go. My wife gets back from a trip to the Mideast today.”

“Really?”

“Yeah. She’s got a lot on her plate, that’s for sure.”

“Is she sorry she didn’t get to become president?”

“I’ll tell ya, I don’t think she’s had a moment to think about it. ”

“I suppose that’s true.”

“Anyway, carry on.”

“Thank you, thank you, Mr. President. It’s-it’s still proper to call you that, isn’t it?”

“Of course. You retain the title, even when you no longer hold the office.”

“I’ll be in touch.”

“I know you will.”