"Just follow the directions." Maggie was working overtime. I reached in my wallet and pulled out three hundred dollars and dropped it in the front seat. "That's if you get a speeding ticket." The cab accelerated.

We got to the annex gate house and I was immediately confronted by a captain. "Mr. Timmins?". I confirmed. "I am Captain Treavers, I have been tasked to get you to LAX as quickly as possible. The generals transport is fueled and waiting. The FAA has authorized a priority flight plan and the tower has cleared our departure. Follow me sir." He took off at a jog and I followed. A sleek corporate jet...