Oddity
Author: Cindy Chen
last update2023-12-26 16:49:12

In the luxurious family room, Rita felt increasingly unable to overcome her anxiety. With her cell phone in hand, she decided to call her husband, Dylan, who was busy at the office. Rita's voice trembled as she tried to convey her concern about Gordon not seeming to feel at home. Despite hearing his wife's trembling voice, Dylan tried to provide reassurance.

"Of course, Rita. We have to stay calm," Dylan said in a soft voice, trying to provide support. "What makes you so worried about Gordon? What's going on at home?"

Rita took a deep breath and tried to form her words carefully, "Dylan, I'm really scared about Gordon. He seems so unhappy at home. I just saw him throwing things in his room."

Dylan gritted his teeth, "We know he's still upset about everything that happened, especially after the incident at Green Diamond Village. But I think it's enough to lock him in the house, just let him out."

Rita answered, her voice filled with worry, "I know, Dylan. But what if he can't keep his
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