"If what he asks you to do conflicts with the interests of the English people?"
Allen didn't avoid the question.
"I'll resign," he said, "Then I'll find other ways to continue supporting her."
Sara looked at Allen, unsurprised.
She had known for a long time.
Or rather, when she received the first "anonymous donation" in the Liverpool basement, she knew there was no such thing as free ammunition in this world.
The only difference is, some people sell you ammunition hoping you'll perish.
While Allen—at least so far—was helping her stay alive.
"The transaction continues," McTavish said, "People will arrive in Liverpool in a week. The exchange condition is only one."
He looked at Sara.
"When the England Parliament reviews the Scottish currency independence issue in the future, all of your people—no matter how many—must vote in favor."
Sara extended her hand.
"Deal."
October 25, 1997, South Bank, London.
