Everett's fist connected with Jeffrey's jaw with a thud that echoed through the air.

"Ugh... What the hell, man?" Jeffrey stumbled backward, fighting for balance.

"That's for Karen's dad." Jeffrey was taken aback.

Dorothy's head whipped around at the sound of Jeffrey's voice.

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"What are they on about?" "How should I know!" Karen blinked innocently, "But if Everett's schooling Jeffrey, it's definitely for something Jeffrey did." Dorothy chuckled with resignation, "You two are thick as thieves now, huh?" They were always at each other's throats, but there was a straightforwardness about their relationship. A spat meant clearing the air, and once things were cleared up, they were back to being chums.

"What can I say? He's like a bad penny, always turning up! But honestly, when we first split, I really thought it was over between us." "I know." It was clear to Dorothy.

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about you and Everett? Jeffrey mentioned Everett came all the way back from Liberty City just to see you. He dropped a ton of work for this." Dorothy paused, then met Karen's gaze, "We're... we're managing.” Karen patted her shoulder,

the next one will be. So, no , please — at least don't let the kids know that you two are apart. Abigail is fine; she's only got her sweets in her eyes. But

won't let the kids pick up on anything." "Good, your word is all

over, scooping Abigail into his arms and hoisting

"Yeah." Dorothy nodded and fell into

VIP lounge. Karen was engrossed in play with the kids and

his LEGO

his mom and dad standing far apart,

on Karen's sleeve, whispering in her ear, "Aunt Karen, are my mom and dad fighting?" "Of course not!" "But Dad always holds Mom's hand

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