The Fall of Seaside City

Hal Jordan had been living quite comfortably lately. As an Air Force pilot forced into retirement by an accident, he had joined a private company and received generous pay. With his impulsive, straightforward personality, he never thought too deeply about things, much less why the company paid him so well. They even slipped him money every few days. In any case, Hal was immensely pleased with himself. His childhood sweetheart, Carol, had her doubts.