Once Scratch dies the Mallers are gone, I would not enjoy seeing Tardust or anyone else in charge.
Although, I do agree with those that have mentioned an uneasiness with trusting Bixby and/or Gatekeeper. I think it would be a pretty cool twist if they and Glenn/Pete had conspired (forced to conspire) with Scratch. The idea of Scratch calling Michael on the SAT phone just seems like it would be an amazing scene. I don't like this idea entirely though because I think the Maller story line should end so we can focus 100% on the Man in the Pinstripe Suit.
Bottom line, there are plenty of ways this story could go right now and they're all pretty bad ass.
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