Chapter 21

Gary had been back in the country for a full week. On the fourth night, the man who initiated the auction, Charles Jackson, was suddenly reported to the authorities. Evidence surfaced of him coercing and filming underage girls. That very night, he was taken to the police station for questioning. If nothing unexpected happened, he would be behind bars for the rest of his life. When Gary stepped out of the dark room, his assistant couldn't even bring himself to look at the state of his arm. "Mr. White, I've confirmed it. The one who took Mr. Jackson down was indeed Mr. Putnam. Do you want me to call a car to take you to the hospital?" Gary swayed slightly, holding back the itch and pain from the bugs gnawing at his skin. "No. Book me the earliest flight to Ecxon." Though he was clearly weakened, there was a fierce resolve in his eyes. "Also, get me some thorn branches and sandpaper for hand polishing." Two days later, Quinley stepped out with a piece of cake to feed the stray cats