Chapter 24

Tony smiled at Frank and said, "You know something, I got the same story from a deputy district attorney, this evening, at dinner. Only fourteen other people seem to think you were protecting them, personally. The city wants to give you a medal. I told them that you would not accept it, because of your experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan. You are at home, suffering from the shock of today's incident, and do not want to speak with anyone, especially the press. You are considering leaving the country for a while, to rest and recuperate from this latest setback to you rehabilitation. I will let them know what is happening with you, and as soon as I know what your plans for the future entail, I will let them know.

"Thank you, Tony. I appreciate it"

Tony looked around the living room and asked, "Why do I have a feeling

I interrupted something?" He looked from Vincent to Donna to Antonia, each looking more innocent than the other did. He tur