Different Strokes For Different Folks

"Wait, don't kick him out yet. I still have an unfinished business with him." Dexter intercepted his father's decision-making. 

"What do you mean I shouldn't kick him out? Do you realize that I am doing this for you? You should be grateful to me, rather than acting this way," George sparked outrageously at Dexter. 

"What have I done wrong to deserve this treatment from you? Why do you have to blame me on fucking time as though I am not your son? Did you get anything against me? Say it and stop beating around the bush." Dexter fired back at George with a hint of confusion. All he wanted to do was to ask questions that would satisfy his curiosity. He never knew he was getting himself in bigger trouble. 

Seeing the heated argument between Dexter and George, Kelly beamed with a smile. He knew that it was just a matter of time before all the attention was being driven away from him. He was already making plans to sneak out without anyone's knowledge. 

Pointing at Kelly, George Said. "This man right here. This man whom I thought was my friend, looked into my face and lied that you chose to abandon me at the hospital," 

"What the fuck did you just say?" Dexter exclaimed in the utmost shock. He acted like he wasn't even aware of that from the onset. 

"Why would he do such a thing? I thought you two were best of friends. What changed now?" Dexter asked again. He knew for sure that asking more questions would make his Father make some certain revelation. 

"That's not all. 

Even when I wanted to call you over the phone, he stopped me. The nasty things he said to me made me start hating on you," George narrated with a heart filled with sorrow. 

"This is quite strange," Dexter sighed. 

"Why did you have to do that to me? Why do you hate me so much?" Dexter channeled his frustration at Kelly. 

He paused and focused his attention on his father. "Are you aware that I passed the night at the hospital because I wanted to be certain about your health? Just this morning I wanted to come visit you In the ward, but your so-called friend stopped me," 

George stood up from the bed with the support of Doctor Escobar.

"Oh, no. 

Please don't do anything stupid. I haven't lost a patient to death before. I wouldn't want you to be the first," Doctor Escobar pleaded in all sincerity. 

Despite his concern for his patient, George was unbothered. All he cared about was pouring out his heart. That was the only time they got to have such a conversation.

"He did that to you? I'm surprised because he never told me," still in doubt, George spoke.

"Of course, he won't tell you. Were you expecting him to tell you about it? Come on, you know that's not possible," Dexter giggled. 

"Oh, you shut them up! He who lives in the glass house doesn't throw stones. But guess what? You've thrown more bricks already," Kelly spoke yet again.

Everyone turned their focus on him including the doctor. 

It was uncertain to whom his shades were directed. He said it without looking at anyone. 

"Who are you talking to?" 

 Dexter volunteered himself to ask. He was the last person to speak. For that reason, he had a feeling that he was the target although Kelly never mentioned anyone's name. 

"Who else If not you? 

You act like you are perfect when you reek of flaws." Kelly stated. He was prepared to wage a war against Dexter. He also saw this as the perfect time for a comeback. 

"You out of your mind and I can see that. I should have let my Father kick you out when he wanted." Dexter fumed. This time, he kicked Kelly out himself after realizing the mistake he made the first time. He was determined to right all his wrongs. 

"There's no way I am leaving this place without setting the record straight. There's something your Father needs to know, and I bet you haven't told him yet," Kelly disclosed. He wasn't even making plans about leaving anytime soon. 

His comeback caught the attention of George. He has been quiet to observe these two arguing, likely kids. 

"Now this is getting messier. 

What truth is Kelly talking about? Are you two hiding anything from me? Do you feel I should know anything?" Asked, George. He couldn't resist the urge to ask. 

"Dad, it doesn't matter. He should leave. You already wanted him to leave. Why stop him now?" Dexter cried. He knew his secret was about to be exposed, and he wouldn't want that to happen. Not after George has taken his sides in recent times. 

"Dad, I am serious. 

Don't listen to Kelly. 

He has got nothing important to say. 

He is just bluffing. Can't you see he's just bluffing?" Dexter begged. He explained further. Not even Dexter's explanation was enough to convince George otherwise or influence his decision-making. 

"You just heard from your son. 

He asked me to leave. 

That, I will gladly do," Kelly said while making a move to leave the ward. 

"If you dare walk out of that door, you are going to see the worst of me. Try that and see," George warned Kelly as the heated moment ensued.

"Wow! 

I guess we're getting seated again," 

Kelly scoffed. He was loving the dramatic moment. 

"Now start talking immediately. 

I don't want to remind you again,"

George told Kelly. 

"Your son was here last night. Did you see him?" Kelly divulged. He paused to let George understand better. 

"My son? 

Which of my sons are you talking about? Is it Dexter? What's his name? Where did you meet him?" Out of curiosity, George unleashed a thousand questions at Kelly, leaving him confused about how to respond. 

While Dexter sweated under the air conditioner, Kelly smiled, reaching toward his ears. He was excited that his plans were finally working for his good.