As night deepened, Liam oversaw the handoff of illicit substances to a mix of clients... middle-aged men, young adults, and even teenagers. Boxes of drugs changed hands quickly and quietly. Liam, always calculated, kept his focus sharp.

“Target the college students more,” he said, his voice low but firm.

“It’s all for now,” Liam added, handing over the last of the packets.

Their leader nodded with confidence. “Don’t worry, boss. Everything will be on time.”

Liam narrowed his ...