In Chapter 1 of Book I of S.O.L.A.D.™: Soldiers of Light Against Darkness™, we meet Jeff, also known as "Jeff: Ward of Law," dangling from the side of a demonic fortress, surrounded by dense fog and darkness. With only a whisper from his mentor, Wiseman J, and the static of a failing connection, Jeff must press on. He doesn’t have all the answers. He doesn’t even have a clear path forward. But he has a mission, and more importantly, he has faith.

The chapter titled "Green-Eyed Monsters" showcases the battle between Angelo and Jeff, manipulated by a demoness who doesn't need chains or spells to control them—only their insecurities and bitterness. With every insult hurled and every wound inflicted, we see what happens when comparison takes root, when egos inflate, and when pride leads instead of purpose. This week’s Reed’s Reads of Wisdom Wednesdays™ explores how jealousy and bitterness can mutate even the mightiest