CHAPTER 53
JIM FINDS A FLIGHT leaving for John Wayne airport in two hours. He reserves the seats and hands the confirmations to Admiral Parker, who texts the SEALs.
“We all need a break. This has been a whirlwind of a day. Tomorrow will make this look like kids’ play. Jim, if you could arrange return flights, we’ll call it a day.”
“For when, sir?”
“If we say 2200 that would give them plenty of time to make the round trip.”
“Got it, sir. I’ll reserve tickets now.”
General Taylor clears his throat. “One last detail: They need a secure ride back here.” Everyone darts glances from one to the other.
Parker offers the solution, “What about a cab? Though expensive, it would also be unexpected.”
“I like that idea. Taxi it is. I’ll alert the gate. They should arrive around midnight.” To Jim
