Chapter 16: Next Plan

Two strands? A flicker of delight flashed in Finnley's eyes, an unexpected windfall.  He allowed the two strands of the Merit Golden Thread to flow into his body and settle in his energy core. Punishing evil, done. "Dr. Greenwood, do you need my help?"  Leonidas looked at Apollo, then at the silent Leonard, and finally at Finnley, his gaze deep.  "I can testify for you in court." "Thank you." Finnley hadn't expected Leonidas to speak up for someone he had only met once. He answered sincerely,...