“Yes, I’d just finished a shift and was heading back to campus that day.” Alessia didn’t elaborate, leaving it at that; for Ethan, it had been no trouble at all. Back then, all he’d thought was–if his own little sister had been in that situation, she’d have been terrified.
The thought brought a flicker of disappointment to Ethan’s eyes.
An awkward silence started to settle over the table, so Karen stepped in to steer the conversation elsewhere.
“Lessie’s just come home–it’ll take her a while to get used to things. Dinner’s ready, so let’s eat. It’s not often we all sit down together. Afterward, I’ll help get your room set up, Lessie.”
Karen stood up, putting on a bright smile, but the others still sat with their lips pressed tight. Sensing her husband wanted to say something, Karen quietly let the forced cheer slip from her face.
Brendan reached over, patting Karen’s hand before turning to Alessia.
“So, Lessie, is it? I’m sorry. For seventeen years, I haven’t been your father in any real way. Now, with everything falling apart, we’ve dragged you back just to share our mess. I can’t give you the life you deserve. If you don’t want to stay with us, I’d understand. I… I don’t have much to offer, but this is what I’ve managed to save up. Please, take it. After all, the Tate family…” His voice trailed off, the difference between her old life and this one hanging in the air.
“No, thank you.” Alessia gently slid the bank card back across the table.
looked startled, his hands wringing together awkwardly. “It’s not much, but it’s
here. If you don’t
used to it,” Liam–the third brother–cut in, sure of
an eyebrow, not rushing to defend
expression almost innocent. “So… are
not! That’s not what Dad meant at all!” Brendan reached over to rap Liam lightly on the
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find the words. In the end, he pressed
to stay. Karen and Brendan headed to the kitchen to whip up more food, since dinner
another gig later, so I’m heading out. Mom, Dad, don’t bother making me a plate–my boss covers our meals.”
called
careful. Don’t get into trouble,”
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