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.

hide her discomfort, Jareth,

be too hard on Jareth. To us, he’s still a kid.” Gary’s wife April, chimed in, trying to smooth things over with a warm smile, “Jareth, your uncle is known for his bluntness. That’s why he has few friends; he’s chased them all away. He didn’t mean to offend you don’t take it

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 remained. They were less a couple than a pair of would–be thieves, each as bloodsucking as

he would come crashing down on them like a clap of

was served, an array of delectable dishes, but Jareth touched none of it,

stuffed him like a Thanksgiving turkey on the car ride over, leaving

simple, home–cooked meals in their cozy villa. Without Marilla by

steak was flown in just for you.

it upsets my stomach, but I

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

nothing to do with

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