Harlan leaned forward slightly. "I'm all ears."
I began recounting everything: how Cyrus had secretly drugged me, how I uncovered his affair, and every detail of the revenge plan I'd crafted. By the time I finished, I felt a tremendous sense of relief, and I even managed a smile as I looked at Harlan.
"So? Do you think I'm too ruthless?"
"No, not at all. In fact, I admire your resourcefulness and composure." To my surprise, Harlan smiled, his praise genuine.
"Well then, dealing with Cyrus should be fairly straightforward." His tone was calm, with an air of complete control.
"Mr. Patton, do you have a plan?" I asked.
He took a sip of his drink, setting it down slowly. "As alarming as Cyrus's bounty seems, it's not insurmountable. A man like him needs to be pushed to his limits.
