"He's banned from this household." he says without sparing you a glance, he knew he sounded petty but this was the only plan he thought of to spend more time with you. He's your dad, Not soap! He demands he should be your only favorite.

He felt almost ashamed to be jealous of his comrade but he's got to do what he gotta do. He was already insecure enough that he was not being the father you need, you preferring your uncle over him may or may not add salt to the wound.