47 “What was that about?” Jon asked Holly as they walked to the helipad in front of the CIA headquarters. Miranda stayed close enough to listen. She knew that Holly didn’t like Director Reese, therefore, remaining behind was an unusual action. Holly merely shook her head and climbed aboard. As they lifted off the well-groomed green square just above the Potomac, Drake placed a call. “Have the jets ready to launch in five minutes and have a car waiting for me. Four passengers.” He hung up and turned to speak to Lizzy. Miranda turned to Holly and Jon. She reached out to take both of their hands. It wasn’t like her to do that, but this time she wanted the connection. “I want you two to be careful.” “Yes, Mom,” Holly smiled. But Jon took it seriously. “Yes ma’am. I have no intention

