Let's see him extend his precious Anita's son's life with an empty account.
The moment his car pulled away, I activated the hidden camera I'd planted in his jacket.
He didn't go to the office. He drove straight to Anita's place.
Her son lay in bed, face ashen, breath barely stirring.
Gideon was already there, arranging strange ritual implements.
The instant Elijah walked in, Anita threw herself into his arms, eyes rimmed red.
"Eli, you're finally here!"
"Hayden's gotten worse. The doctors say he might only have days..."
"Don't panic. I brought the money, didn't I?"
Elijah pulled her close and produced the bank card with a flourish.
"This time, I'm buying Hayden fifty more years!"
Gideon took the card, examining it carefully. "You're certain the balance is sufficient? Fifty years requires an enormous price. If the funds fall short... there will be a backlash."
Elijah cut him off. "I'm certain! I watched forty-five million land in that account with my own eyes! Just start already!"
Gideon asked no more questions. He began preparing the ritual.
Seven oil lamps flickered to life around Hayden's bed. Ancient words spilled from Gideon's lips.