“Okay, old man. Where to now? Since you high-jacked my day.” I joked with Dad.
"Very funny," he chuckled. "I thought we could spend some time together before we meet with Don Alejandro and Don Nickola. You've been through a lot since joining me and your brothers, and I know my wife is... a complication. But you're so smart and accomplished already, at fifteen! I'd like to get to know you, the person. Forget all the unpleasantness for a moment. What are your favorite things? What's your favorite color? Maybe you could even tell me your birthday?"
"I'd really like that, Dad. Let's drive to a park. I think a peaceful atmosphere would be good for both of us."
We walked back to the car, and Dad drove us to a park near some small shops. We strolled until we found a bench overlooking a tranqui
