Time Is On Nobody's Side

Renee rolled her eyes. "You have no authority here, I'm Chris's mother and due to his being a minor I am his legal guardian. I don't care what overpaid ambulance-chaser you have on retainer." She sighed. "Tam, just let this go. I'm sorry I wasn't there for you but I can be there for Chris."

Tam hissed and looked to Serenity. "You really think your lawyers could help with this?"

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Later (because fuck me I can't let this story sit)

Tam saw Kent's phone number light up her phone and immediately she answered. "What's up? I haven't heard from you in forever, you're not going to believe what happened..."

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Max shrugged and laid back, wishing he had more beer to drown how he was feeling. Instead he decided to put on some TV and try to ignore his mind for the rest of the evening.