"Enough!"
George Sutton waved his hand, cutting through the vitriol filling the living room. He rubbed his temples, looking weary but resolute.
"Ultimately, this entire mess was Mitch Lee’s fault. He provoked us. He threatened our family. And Jack Brooks... however violent his methods were... he acted to protect the dignity and safety of the Sutton Family. He stood in front of us when we were cowering."
George looked at his wife and his brother. "Aside from his temper and his fists, his intentions were good. I will not kick him out. He stays."
Diane Lee rolled her eyes so hard it looked painful. She scoffed, crossing her arms over her chest.
"Intentions?" Diane spat. "Intentions don't pay the bills, George. Look at what he wasted!"
She pointed an accusing finger at Jack. "Do you have
