Chapter 368

“When do we announce that President Hammer is going on a world tour?” asked Ashley. “That’ll be an interesting question and answer session.”

“We need to be certain that Russia, China, and North Korea are pulling back before we look like we’re celebrating,” pointed out Lisa. “We’d lose credibility if we were premature in assuming success, plus it could muddy the waters for Steve.”

“That’s why you’re my top advisor,” beamed Gwen as she gave Lisa a quick hug. “You’re so logical and you’re never afraid to tell me what I need to hear, and not what I want to hear. I really have some wonderful friends and relatives. I’ll let Steve know that we’ll definitely do the concerts and any others he can set up. Maybe he can use it as an extra incentive or something.”

Naomi, Steve, and the representatives from Britain, France, and Germany met with Russian President Kozlov the next afternoon. It turned out to be even more contentious than Steve had feared.

“NATO has begun pull