She swiftly snatched Austin away, enfolding him tightly against her bosom, lamenting, “Jarrod, the child is innocent. Restrain your anger, and refrain from such actions, lest he be haunted by nightmares."

Austin's coughing persisted as he remained ensconced in Vicki's embrace.

Jarrod belatedly comprehended the runaway nature of his emotions.

This incident occurred in the presence of his own son. Observing Austin's fearful gaze, he realized the extent to which his anger had terrified him.

The phrase “I'm sorry" lingered on Jarrod's tongue countless times, yet he couldn't bring himself to utter it. His fury still simmered from Austin's claim about Roscoe being his father.