She wondered how on earth Maria had accomplished this feat.

"Step aside, you ungrateful rascal!" Michael said to Raymond as the latter approached him. He tapped Raymond with his cane.

Raymond felt profoundly uncomfortable and protested, “Dad, what are you talking about? I am your son! You should know that I've been diligently caring about you since you fell ill."

He then pointed at Anthony and continued, “It's Anthony who's been neglecting you. He only decided to visit you today."

A resounding thud followed as Michael's cane struck Raymond's forehead, eliciting a cry of pain.