My mother-in-law shaved my head while I slept on the very night the United States Army promoted me into one of the most important commands of my career.

You’ll lose that command before lunch.”

The voicemail ended.

General Halvorsen’s expression did not change, but the room seemed to grow colder around him.

Sarah said softly, “That was useful.”

I almost smiled.

For the first time since waking up, something like strength moved through me—not rage, not revenge, but clean purpose.

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