“Because the line items were grouped under medical and facility expenses,” the accountant replied.

“The system wasn’t designed to flag a vendor with an undisclosed connection to the person approving payments.”

The audit also found that Walter had sent letters strongly recommending Northstar, describing its installation as a revolutionary system that could make the children’s environment more suitable for their supposed sensitivities.

There was no credible independent evaluation attached.

Kenneth looked at the signature and shook his head.

“He used my sons’ suffering as his sales pitch.”