C99 He Got Lost at the Door..

"If you hadn't been so set against Robert from the get-go, would we be in this mess?" James finally lost his patience and lashed out in anger. Yet, when he caught sight of Mary, lost and forlorn, his heart softened with pity.

"Enough of that. Let's pick up some gifts first. I'll swallow my pride and plead with Wagner once more. You'll assist me. He's always had a fondness for my salted peanuts