Chapter 181

“What about your business, Dad? Won’t this hurt it a lot? Will clients drop you when they find out what a tramp your daughter is?” cried Gwen.

“You’re not too old to take over my knee, young lady!” replied Ted with passion. “No one calls any of my daughters names like that in my presence. You’re a wonderful, beautiful woman that just happens to be my daughter. I’ve never mentioned it, but your exploits have increased my business to about double what it was a year ago. That’s a big reason I couldn’t go to Paris with you kids. Your Uncle Will and I have been swamped. We’re interviewing people that we can hire to help handle the load. Hurt my business? Hardly! I gained two new clients today, and the reason was because they were upset about how you’re being treated and wanted to show their support. If I’m ever ashamed, or embarrassed of you or anything you do, I’ll let you know. But this is definitely not one of those times. I love you, Gwen. I’m the luckiest and proudest father i