I went to the only other place, besides my special sunflower garden, where I knew I could be alone. It was where I’d escape when I needed to get away from everyone at the house, space to be with my thoughts of Sienna.
It wasn’t far from home, maybe a mile or so. I randomly found it when I was hunting down a man who had stolen from us. It was a dome of trees that you could drive into, and it completely hid my car from the street. It was as if a camouflage blanket was suddenly draped over the vehicle and it disappeared suddenly from the world.
With a sick stomach, I dialed her number, knowing she’d answer.
She picked up after the first ring. “Hello, dear.”
“I need to ask you something, and I need you to answer me truthfully.”
“When have I ever lied to you, Elio?” Nonna’s voice was soft,
