Derek poured his fortune into fixing the road for his small town—only to be betrayed and shut out by the very neighbors he helped. Now, as his family faces public humiliation and the threat of exile, Derek must confront the people of Maple Heights and reclaim what he’s owed. Loyalty, pride, and justice are all on the line when the town turns against its greatest benefactor.
For a decade, Mr. Callahan sweated over saucepans and spreadsheets to feed every student, only to be branded a greedy villain by the parents he served. When a smooth-talking rival promises cheaper meals and steals his job, Callahan walks away—watching as chaos, spoiled food, and regret consume the school he once saved. Now the town begs for his return, but can he forgive the betrayal, or will he let them taste the cost of their own suspicion?