Chapter 5

I needed a sharp, rational, and ambitious ally, not someone who let family ties turn them into a pawn.

I trusted that anyone with brains would make the best call.

Meanwhile, Isaac, now homeless, finally picked up a night shift job at a 24-hour convenience store.

On his very first day, he messed up the prices and got into it with a customer.

The manager tore into him right there in front of everyone.

Isaac had never suffered this kind of humiliation in his life.

He ripped off his apron and stormed out, quitting on the spot.

With no money…