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As Bennett showed Piper into a small conference room at City Hall, he gestured to a chair. “I know you’re skipping the morning spa activities by coming to see me. I appreciate this, and I must say, I’m curious about your interest in the airstrip.” At this point, Bennett welcomed a chance to deal with anyone other than the unpleasant Aaron, who was already making demands on the city.
“I didn’t want to say much until I’d had a chance to talk to my parents and ask their advice. I’ve been working for my family’s real estate company in San Francisco.” Piper sat down and spread her hands on the table. “Old airfields are being transformed into a lot of other uses now. I think this one has potential.”
“I’ve read about that,” Bennett said. “Racetracks, housing…” He paused and grimaced. “And s
