Chapter Five: Not a Charity Home

Eli made two assists next match. On camera he announced, “I'm elite scrap. Warranty just started.” The scarves sold out again. The land deadline approached. Red Anchor offered to buy it, build Greyport a free six-thousand-seat stadium, and grant a twenty-five-year lease. “Keep your £440,000 for players,” their representative said. “Supporters care about promotion.” “What happens in year twenty-six?” Lin asked. “Business does not plan that far.” Eighteen years at Bluehaven had also become one deletable line to a business. Lin refused. Mara blocked the contract to sell his apartment. “The club cannot survive by emptying you.” “Twelve days remain.” “Then be quiet and let the finance director work.”