Chapter 9 Paulo “Yes, sir, we should get another round of food from the city in a few hours. I have people on their way to get that order now,” Paulo said. The man before him was more than a little upset. The answer was not enough for him. “That is ridiculous. That is the third time this week I have had to wait until the second food drop to get a meal for my family. I am here every day at dawn. I have done everything you and the other ‘leaders’ have told me to do. But it is never good enough for you! I need food for my children.” Paulo sighed inwardly and made a note to see if there was anything Serena could do to make the process simpler for people. “I deeply apologize, sir. As someone who doesn’t have children of my own, I am sure I cannot understand the level of stress you are under

