They felt Levi was being too generous when he gave half of Crest Co.’s shares to River. While River was capable, he was merely an employee. The shares were better off distributed among the relatives. They were considered family anyway.

River was just an outsider. Even if he were not given any shares, would he dare slack off when he was receiving a high salary?

If he were lazy, Levi could simply fire him. Crest Co. had already stabilized and could continue operating in River’s absence.

Howeve