“What are you doing Brian!? You are going to drop them!” I hear Anna shout as I near the two culprits. Brian groans and balances the huge tray of ceramic plates. “If you yell in my face one more time, I’m going to drop it anyway.” I stand in front of them and narrow my eyes at him. His eyes widen on noticing me and fumbles with his words. “Oh, I was kidding, Celia. They are safe, I promise.” He gives me a tight-lipped smile and walks away. Anna huffs from beside me. “Why can’t he talk to me like that? All he ever does is taunt me.” I give her a gentle smile and explain. “Maybe if you try to be a little softer with him, he would too.” “I try to but he always ruins it.” She says with a annoyed sigh. “Don’t let him. Be firm with your choices, he’ll surely catch up.” I shrug and give her

