Hard Goodbyes ...

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Garth, unshaven and visibly shabby, looks around the large and luxurious house. It's obvious that he has never seen anything like it. His eyes light up as he looks at the high ceiling, the comfortable furniture, the expensive paintings on the walls, the state-of-the-art electrical and electronic equipment, and envy screams on his tired face.

Then his attention turns to the people and his face changes

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Then his attention turns to the people and his face changes. His facial expressions alternate. Jealousy, appreciation, admiration, anger, fear.

Matt and Jeanette hold each other's hand tightly to show their big brother that they're united against him. Against their common enemy. Jace, Alexander, Simon and Marcus stand up, arms crossed in front of their chests to make it clear that they'll defend the family to the death if necessary. Logan and Matty sit a little further away, eyeing the visitor suspiciously, but at the same time showing that they want to stay out of it. And finally, Sebastian sits in the wing chair and strokes Snack's soft fur.

The cat has appeared out of nowhere, as if she sensed that her master needed her to keep his hands busy with something

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The cat has appeared out of nowhere, as if she sensed that her master needed her to keep his hands busy with something. Michael turns to Matt.

Michael: Your guest, Mr. Firewood.

Matt: Did you do what I told you to do?

Michael: Of course, sir. There's been no trouble.

Matt: Very good. Thank you, Michael. You can go but stay close. The gentleman won't stay long.

Michael: Yes, sir.

Michael leaves and Matt stands up.

Matt: So, Mr. Jameson? What brings you to my house tonight? Aside from your damn audacity, of course.

Garth grimaces, but he doesn't respond to Matt's insult. With difficulty he does, perhaps because his astonishment is greater than his desire to insult his brother back. So, instead of an equally insulting response ...

Garth: The guard called you Mr. Firewood. And why is that? Your last name is Jameson.

Matt chuckles and looks up as if he can't believe his ears.

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