The Sterling family had been hunting for a business ally in Stormhaven, with the Noah Family sitting at the top of their wish list.
After the scandal broke, the Noah Family should've been dead in the water. Yet here was the Sterling family, throwing them a lifeline right when they needed it most.
They didn't just dangle a partnership—they fronted the cash upfront, letting the Noah Family finally breathe after choking on their cash flow problems.
The Sterling family's help hit like a miracle for the Noah Family, wiping away every shadow that had been crushing their spirits.
Despite everyone's excitement, Kevin kept his defenses up.
Nothing came free in this world, especially from a shark like Rowan.
Rowan had swooped in during their darkest hour without demanding payment. He'd simply mentioned that someday, when he needed a favor, he'd come calling.
Basically, he'd handed them a blank check to sign.
If Kevin hadn't been backed into a corner, he never would've taken the deal.
