“That’s a very interesting conclusion, Doctor.” The president smiled. “Defend it.” “Mr. President, no other conclusion fits the data. The really crucial thing, of course, is the recall of their other missile boats. They’ve never done that before. Add to that the fact that they have issued orders to sink their newest and most powerful missile sub, and that they are chasing in this direction, and one is left with the conclusion that they think she has left the reservation and is heading this way.” “Very well. What else could it be?” “Sir, he could have told them that he’s going to fire his
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