Chapter 268: No Hope

The launcher had been Jason Sowden's own meticulous design. Its three-stage boost could send the fireworks high enough for everyone to see the bloom. Unfortunately, the first stage had been blocked by the Leader's body. That left only the second and third bursts to do the work. Even this late into the season, the resort still ran at full occupancy. The moment guests spotted the same gorgeous display they'd seen on New Year's Eve, word spread like wildfire. Doors flew open. People poured outside...