Huacheng Grey Palace.
When Karen, the CIA Director, arrived, the meeting had been underway for half an hour, and more than a dozen military and political officials, including the President, were waiting for him.
Karen wasn't intentionally late; he was waiting for a very important piece of intelligence.
A photograph taken by the "Lock Eye" reconnaissance satellite.
Because of the rush, there was only one photocopy in addition to the original.
Fortunately, it was mainly a few photographs and a brief accompanying explanation.
After reviewing it, Herbert passed the document to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on his right, while Secretary of State James handed it to the Minister of Defense on his left.
Herbert and James didn't speak, simply looking over at Karen.
