Chapter 230 - Family Ties Unraveling

  "Jack," Deonna began carefully, "I've been thinking about your situation. I want to help, but..." Jack's eyes lit up. "Really? Dee, that would be amazing. I promise I'll pay you back every cent." Deonna held up a hand. "Let me finish. I'm not going to give you the money directly." Jack's face fell. "What do you mean?" "I've looked into some rehabilitation programs," Deonna explained. "Top-notch facilities that can help you overcome your addiction. I'm willing to pay for that." The change in Jack's demeanor was immediate. His face flushed with anger. "Rehab? Are you kidding me? I don't need rehab, Dee. I need money to pay off these guys before they break my kneecaps!" Deonna stood her ground. "And then what, Jack? You pay them off and go right back to gambling? This cycle has to stop." "You don't understand," Jack spat, standing up abruptly. "You've always been the perfect one, haven't you? Never made a mistake in your life. Well, some of us aren't so lucky!" As Jack stormed