The Taming of the Pansy excerpt

The Taming of the Pansy
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07J21RPFN
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“Do you do anything other than drink beer and play video games?” Jennifer paused. “Like work or anything at all worth a shit?”

“Well, no, the asshole doesn't let me in on the business like he does Tim.”

Jennifer grunted. “I've heard.”

“He tells me I have to make do with 40 percent of whatever Tim pulls in.” Wesley took another drink. “Which is fine with me.”

“Aren't you afraid he'll kick you out?”

“No, he feels too guilty about not knowing who my mom is.”

Jennifer mumbled under her breath.

“What was that?”

“Nothing. Haven't you ever wanted to do something on your own?”

Wesley shrugged. “I have a free ride. Why mess that up with work?”

“Respect. Dignity. Pride.”

Wesley gave her a blank stare.

Jennifer shook her head. “Never mind.”

“Well, now, I've won money at drinking contests.”

“Two out of three isn't bad.”

“Which one are you leaving out?”

“Dignity.”

“I thought it'd be 'pride'.”

“I guess it depends on the circle.”
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