Marabella's POV
I washed my hands and up to my elbows, before putting the leftover riggotto in the oven. I knew that there was plenty for everyone. Ma usually cooks more than enough. When Rex came down, I dipped two plates, one for Sergio and one for Timmy. I also made sure to pour a glass of orange and water for both of them.
"Can you tell the soldatos that their dinner is in the dining room?", I asked Rex. "Yes ma'am", he nodded, taking the two trays from me. "Thank you", I said. "You're welcome", Rex smiled. I dipped Luca a large plate and poured him a glass of orange juice and a glass of water. Then, I took the remaining food to the dining room.
As I reached into the cabinet to get plates, I felt large hands grip my waist and a body pin me to the counter. I gasped and dropped the
