Bianca's words put the old man in relief. This was the kind of strength he had always hoped to see carried on in the Evans family. In times like these, when everything felt like it could fall apart, how many people would actually stay?

“Such loyalty...” A quiet smile of relief appeared on his face. He looked at Bianca and said with a serious tone, “Bianca, I’m trusting you with Dave.”

She gave a firm nod and spoke softly, “You don’t have to worry.”

Power and success mattered, ...