Kent said, “Sheila, I’m truly sorry. I didn’t expect my mom to trouble you. I apologize again on her behalf. I’m really sorry.”
Sheila said, “I can let this matter go today, but it must not happen again. Please explain things clearly to your mother.
“Kent, drink less at bars in the future. Otherwise, when you get drunk, your mother will blame me again and come looking for trouble.”
Kent’s face flushed deeply. After apologizing, he repeatedly promised it would never happen again.
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