A Story In
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The Price Of Loyalty
Jesse saw his blood staining the grass behind him as he was dragged across the lawn. At least he thought it was his blood. He'd taken such a beating that he was starting to worry about Mr. Jordan's fists.
Most people thought Mr. Jordan had an awful temper and they generally quit his service after only a few weeks. Those that lasted did so because they stood up for themselves.
That meant, when Mr. Jordan was in one of his moods, Jesse was the singular focus of all the boss's anger.
Tonight, Mr. Jordan was in one of his moods.
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