I follow him feebly to get the hell away from this rude arsehole before I say something I regret and agree a drink would be good about now. I walk at a pace to match his and try to edge his way before she follows at speed.

I literally will her to go the fuck away before he really snaps, and I have to deal with the fallout. Alexi in a bad mood is headache worthy.

“How dare you speak to me like that Alessandro; I’m your mother and you will not behave in such a manner under my roof. Show me some goddamn respect! I raised you better than...