Tragic Homecoming

Seven days later.

The tires of Gideon’s luxurious private flight hit the tarmac of Eldoria International Airport, ending a long week overseas. The jet engines whined to a halt. Gideon descended the stairs with a confident stride, stepping into the humid afternoon air. A small entourage flanked him as they moved toward the VIP terminal exit.

The second the automatic glass doors slid open, a wall