Helena intervenes … trying to placate and calm Dad down; while, at the same time, also trying to speak up a little for me...
“You're absolutely right, Father; Bellona shouldn't be speaking to you in that manner … none of us sisters should; that's not the way filial daughters should be speaking to their father. Especially not to one's whose father is such a respected member in one's pack.”
Dad proudly grins; as he interjects, “That's right. You hear that; Bellona? You need to listen to your elder sister's words, and treat me with the respect I deserve … and; keep control over that wicked temper of yours while you're at it.”
Helena continues, “But, please Father; you need to remain calm, yourself. Remember; the doctor said that you need to watch your blood pressure. You have to try t
