Notes

Code is everywhere. The money rolls looked severe. There appeared to be no grins or sly half-smiles on the notes.

“And what we have here is the first bill like this. An immigrant to this country and a towering figure, we present these bills to the American individuals,” treasurer Berniece Templeton announced.

Then, someone with a pail of red paint rushed the stage. Secret Service members tackled the would-be attacker and the pants spilled like blood washing over the chest of a fallen warrior.

“You’re safe now, ma’am,” an agent reassured. Berniece caught her breath. “Thank you.” She moved forward.