Grace paced the small room, her gaze sharp with concern. “Ali, I would never accept the fact that you want to go and see your uncle, Simone.”

Alessia shook her head, frustration evident on her face. “I can’t keep staying here with you, Grace.”

“Do not worry,” Grace said, shaking her head. “I’ll get enough money to help you go to Scilla.”

Alessia sighed, “But it’s not going to be enough. I can’t keep waiting here. I can always go back to my uncle’s place, you know?”

“The same uncle who tried to take advantage of you? Come on girl, think with your head. He might try to kill you...