Five days later, Gem Atkinson woke up.
Having learned about Josh Levs's decision, he didn't oppose but instead consoled Josh, "Just do your best."
Then, Gem Atkinson sent for Lawyer Thompson.
Bell Tower Building, study room.
Gem Atkinson, Josh Levs, Harlan Palmer, Norton Jarvis, Fred Andrews, and Lawyer Thompson were all present.
Gem Atkinson said, "Fate is unpredictable, and fortune can change overnight. I want you all to promise me you will keep Viola and her two children safe..."
With a 'bang', the door was pushed open, and Forsythia Brown burst in, interrupting what Gem was about to say next. She locked eyes with Gem and said, "Don't even think about it. Don't you dare abandon the three of us, leaving by slapping your own backside. Didn't your teacher teach you? The very first sentence in first grade was: 'Take care of your own business.'"
"Viola."
