Despite being consumed by rage and humiliation, the thought of Denise's dad, Thomas Hawkins' health, and the last shred of dignity this family had forced me to suppress my emotions.I walked over to Denise one last time."Your mom just called to tell me that your dad is having a heart attack, Denise," I said. "You're coming home with me right now. We're done recording this show."Denise froze for a second before she violently yanked her arm out of my grip and shrilly spat back at me, "Are you ever going to shut up, Ernest? How dare you make up such lies to trick me! My dad is perfectly healthy! Why on earth would he suddenly have a heart attack?"I think you're just jealous of me. Once I make it big, I'll make more money than you ever could at that pathetic job of yours. You can forget about forcing me to be your housewife forever!"Seeing his cue, Carl chimed in with a fake sympathetic tone, "That's right, Mr. Quick. How could you let your wife miss out on this chance? Besides, w
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