Episode 13

"Hope you wouldn't mind me asking, sir."

"As long as it isn't a foolish question."

Taking her eyes off Kelvin, Syntia swallowed. "Where's his Mom? I think he needs his mother."

"He should be in bed. Come have your bath, son."

"I want Mommy to do it today. Mommy was great last night, Daddy."

Kelvin crinkled his nose as he looked Syntia up and down. "I'm sure it wasn't a good bath, King. I'm gonna get you to doctor Smith for a thorough checkup."

"No, Daddy!" He jabbed his little finger toward his father. "It was good! I don't like doctor friend with stinky stinky bitter candies!"

"Were there purple roses you love so much?"

King shook his head, glancing at Syntia.

"Then it wasn't good, my son. Your skin should always be flawless. Always. Remember that, okay?"

"Yes, Daddy."

"Take my son to his bathtub and give him a proper scrub." He stood up and sauntered off.

Frozen in place, Syntia's face crumpled. "Don't tell me that arrogant man just insulted me in my face, just because… c