9:14 A.M.
PRIVATE RESIDENCE
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON, D.C.
King left the busy room alone and walked through the West Wing, then took the elevator up to the private living quarters of the Dellenbaugh family.
The first lady, Amy Dellenbaugh, was in the kitchen.
“I need to talk to you.”
Amy’s face furrowed in emotion.
“What is it?”
“New York City was just attacked,” said King. “We believe it’s Iran. Suicide bombers. They blew up the tunnels into the city. They have active shooters running around.”
She stared blankly at King.
“The president is in danger,” said King. “I want you to be aware of it.”
“What do you mean ‘in danger’?”
“They’re going after the president,” said King. “They’re attempting to trap him at the UN. We’re extracting him.”
“When?”
“As soon as the helicopters get there.”
“Why not immediately?” said Amy.
“They’re in the air,” said King. “Two Black Hawks are in the air, filled with Navy SEALs. We’ll remove him from the rooftop. I’ll keep you posted, Amy.”