Jacob's choice to abruptly leave with his family and property without even informing Laban prompts Jacob's father-in-law to pursue him. When Laban catches-up with Jacob he confronts him and both men air their grievances with each other.
In the end, the relationship between Jacob and Laban is beyond repair, especially when both men continue to insist they are in the right. God intervenes to prevent the situation from ending in violence, but sadly not harming each other is the only thing they will commit to.
The episode serves as a reminder of the consequences of schemes, deception, and grudges. For Jacob, it serves as a stark reminder of what might await him when he is confronted by Esau.
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