Salute To The General (Nathan Cross) novel Chapter 2073

Nighttime in the study room at the Davier residence.

Clifford peered over the newspaper through his hyperopic glasses.

Valois and Spook came before him in deference and began their update.

When Clifford learned from Spook that personnel sent by the Chief Military Governor had secretly ferried Penny into his Headquarters, he was astounded.

“What was that y'all said? The Chief Military Governor had quietly had Penny brought over to him from the Crystal Hotel?”

“That is correct, Mr. Clifford,” Spook replied.

Clifford was shocked. “What's this about? Isn't Penny Smith Nathan's wife?”

Valois chortled, “Ha ha. Can't you see, my dear brother?”

Clifford was a wily old fox who was usually extremely perceptive.

But this really has him stumped.

“Why am I not able to wrap my head around this? Explain this to me, Valois.”

Valois said with a laugh. “Haven't we found out that the Chief Military Governor treats Nathan exceptionally well?”

Clifford reflexively nodded. “Indeed!”

“When he was in command of the North Army's campaign against Xyperia's forces, he summoned

Nathan to the front lines to provide support. He also went out of his way to play peacemaker for him just now”