"That was a joke, right?" Insult, doubt and resentment chase each other over Jubilost's face. "Well, I admit,

"That was a joke, right?" Insult, doubt and resentment chase each other over Jubilost's face. "Well, I admit, I may overreact sometimes. Perhaps my manner of speaking may seem offensive to some. But I'm usually right, when you get down to it. And the truth, no matter how unpleasant, is always better than lying to someone's face! We shouldn't let such minor things as my manner of speaking or tonight's dinner harm our friendship."