They laughed when a ragged boy walked into the bank with a worn bag—until he opened it, and the manager’s face went pale as he realized who the boy was

and typed quickly.

A message to Emily:
Lock the back hallway. If Hale arrives, stall him. Call 911 and ask for financial crimes. Tell them: internal fraud evidence in manager’s office.

He paused for only a moment before adding one more line.

And keep the kid with you if he leaves my office. Don’t let anyone speak to him alone.