'I spoke to Paul Schafer a while ago,' Merriman says, his expression slightly wry. 'He seems to have no more information than Miss Ford does, and also seems to be somewhat aggravated by the fact that this is very much a waiting game. But as to any specific indication that the precautions taken will be necessary....'

He trails off, shaking his head. 'Nothing definite. Not that I have heard, as of yet.'