The insult was as blunt as a slap to the face, leaving Gary red with embarrassment.

He knew all too well that Jareth was a ruthless renegade, a man who thought himself above all others. Still, with the prospect of Jareth’s taking over as CEO, Gary had expected him to show some restraint, especially in front of Barry.

But restraint was not in Jareth’s vocabulary.

Barry, the family patriarch, wanted to reprimand his grandson, but upon reflection, he found no fault in Jareth’s words. Gary’s antics and his fair–weather friends were nothing to be proud of.

So, with an awkward cough and a tactical sip of water, Barry tried to diffuse the tension.

less able to hide her discomfort, Jareth, how can you

to smooth things over with a warm smile, “Jareth, your uncle is known for

bad cop was nothing new to him. Despite Gary’s physiological problems, because of which, he couldn’t satisfy her in bed, he never let April want for anything material. Yet, in spite of the hollow shell of their marriage, April

gaze locked onto Gary and April, his jaws clenched tight. One day, he would come crashing

an array of delectable dishes, but Jareth touched none of it, nursing

like a Thanksgiving turkey on the car ride over,

home–cooked meals in their cozy villa. Without

April asked with feigned concern, “This steak was flown in just for you. Your grandpa went to great lengths to

upsets my stomach, but I appreciate grandpa’s

boy, you’ve always been strong. When did you develop such an ailment? Isn’t Lily looking after you

to

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