Chapter: 1661

Gerry retorted, “Come on. Laney is twenty-three. She's been out of college for almost a year. She hasn't even been in a_ proper relationship yet, and Merrick is a good guy. He's charming and successful, and our parents approve of him. I think he's exactly the kind of man Laney deserves."

Cliff crossed his arms and narrowed his eyes. "And you think that makes him a decent man?"

“Why not?" Gerry shot back. “You're acting ridiculous, Cliff. Always sticking your nose in Laney's business, but you never care about mine. What's with that?"

Cliff's jaw tightened, and the anger he'd been holding back started to show. “Oh, feeling bold now, huh? Let me guess-your film career's taking off, and you think you don't need my money anymore. Is that it?"

Gerry's face went pale. "No, that's not what I meant. Forget what I just said, Cliff."