Dawn of the Tiger

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A pivotal element of my research involved interviewing Professor Hugh White, a Strategic Defence Advisor with the Australian National University in Canberra. His theories and scenarios have helped to form the (highly) speculative political and military principles in Dawn of the Tiger.

He broke through the peaceful air of the wide corridor like a ship through still water. Dressed in a black suit and white shirt, Matt Lang was dishevelled and unshaven, the skin on his face drawn and creased despite his mere 34 years of age. Striding past opulent antique furniture and artworks, his footsteps were muffled by the plush wool carpet. Two burly security guards who were similarly suited flanked Matt. Both guards struggled to keep pace without breaking into a jog. Breathing heavily and muttering to himself, Matt stretched out his hand for the door to the bedroom, knocked once and opened it.

Prime Minister James Hudson was asleep, alone in the enormous dark bedroom. The light from the corridor shone through the open door onto his bed.

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