Senator Morrison's POV
The secure conference room in the Capitol building was swept for surveillance devices twice daily, its windows treated with technology that prevented electronic eavesdropping.
Still, the five men gathered around the polished mahogany table spoke in careful euphemisms, decades of Washington experience having taught them that some conversations left no digital footprints.
"The Matthew situation is contained," I announced, reviewing files that would be incinerated within the hour. "Federal prosecutors are moving forward with conspiracy charges. His business empire is effectively dismantled."
Defense Secretary Williams nodded approvingly. "And Savage?"
"Legally rehabilitated. Our media consultants are positioning him as the victim of corporate espionage. Public opi
