A Display of Power

The store manager gripped the phone tightly, her palms damp with sweat.

At her level, she had no business speaking directly to the owner. But here she was, thanks to the man standing before him—Gideon.

"Sir... " She swallowed, her voice uneasy.

"Give it to them," the owner said, his tone effortlessly smooth. "Whatever they want, let them have it." The owner's voice was just as pleasant—he was prob