A Calculated Favor

As Gordon listened to Audrey, the anger burning inside him slowly faded, replaced by a deep sense of helplessness.

He let out a long sigh and said slowly, "We're family. Why does it have to turn into this?"

But the moment he heard the suggestion that his wife should apologize, he gave a cold laugh. His fingers tapped sharply against the table, the crisp sound echoing through the room. "You're his