The stop-work order on the construction site was lifted.
The "Pittsburgh Renaissance No. 1" project, after weathering the turmoil, restarted at an even faster pace.
Without interference from City Hall, the project advanced by leaps and bounds.
Leo invested most of his time and energy into these tangible construction projects.
He savored the feeling of changing reality with his own two hands.
But the peace didn't last long.
Representative Murphy called again.
This time, his tone was urgent and full of discontent.
"Leo, I'm glad the trouble at your construction site is resolved," Murphy said, his voice cold over the phone. "But have you forgotten our agreement? The primary is less than two weeks away!"
"The latest polls are out. My numbers and that damn kid Cortes's are still neck and neck—within the margin of error!"
