Chapter 44
"Oh for god's sake, she can't even calm down the little baby." Antonio De Luca was relentless in his attacks and with Ava's continuing wails in the backdrop, Grace felt an overwhelming sense of helplessness.
She longed to escape, to flee from the piercing gazes and cutting remarks that surrounded her, but her legs felt rooted to the spot, unable to move.
"That's enough, nono!" It was Marco's voice that cut through the air like a knife, slicing through the tension that had enveloped the room. His words were laced with frustration and indignation, a clear rebuke to his grandfather's relentless criticism. He stepped forward, positioning himself between Grace and Antonio, a protective barrier shielding her from further verbal assault.
For a moment, Antonio appeared taken aback,
