"Mr. Tom, I changed my mind. This is too dangerous. I will return the money you gave me. Look for another person for this. I'll make believe that I didn't know anything about this at all.

The other side of the line went silent for a few seconds before Tom's icy voice echoed through. "Mr. Lightner, I've already taken my money. Isn't it a bit late to back out now?"

"I will return every penny! And I won't say a word about my plans to anyone," I promised.

Tom gave a cold laugh. "From the moment I accepted my money, there was no turning back. And don't forget: while Brandon...