At that moment, upon hearing Oliver's firm words, his father's tone shifted, no longer measured, no longer calm, but rising with frustration that had been building for a long time.
"What is wrong with you, Oliver?" his father demanded, his voice cutting through the phone. "Why are you so proud of yourself? Why are you carrying yourself like this? Instead of doing the simple thing apologizing now, come back to the family immediately, you're still raising your shoulders like some arrogant prince, as if where you're headed will take you somewhere without fear or consequence. What exactly is wrong with you?"
