SEVENTEEN

An hour later all of them were sitting in the dining room eating dinner.”Who was that man earlier on.”Ava asked.

“No one important sweetie.”Brie told her.”Finish up your dinner.” Brie watched as she played with her food and she only does that when something is bothering her.“Why aren't you eating your food Ava.”

“Some kids at school said daddy is a bad man.”The whole table went quiet. “That’s why the other kids won't play with me.”

“And I told you not to listen to what they are saying.”Alessio jumped in.”I'm here for you.”

“Sweetie....Brie said,taking her hand.”Your brother is right.Don't listen to what others are saying and I'm sure as time goes on you'll make new friends.”

“I know.”She said in a soft voice.”I just don't like all the bad things they are saying especially Marino.”

“Marino...?”Brie and Giovanni said at the same time.

“Yes this new kid.”Alessio said,his anger beginning to show in his voice.