Pity The Child

"I know that." Adam snapped, sighing afterwards. "And he's seven and a half..."

Kiara chuckled softly. "Does it really matter that much?"

"Yes." Adam said stubbornly.

Kiara sighed. "Go talk to him."

Adam nodded and went back into the room, trying not to frown.

Sammy looked up when Adam came in.

Adam slowly came and sat back down on his chair, sighing.

Monte turned to look at Adam curiously

Adam pulled a face, seeing Monte turn to look at him. He sighed, hesitating before slowly explaining.

Monte squeezed his brother's hand, hoping he'd stay calm

Lennon hadn't been listening to what Adam said, groaning as he curled up instead.

Monte held onto Lennon's hand tightly. He wouldn't let go until he had to.

Lennon looked up at Monte, tears in his eyes.

"It's okay Len," said Monte. "I promise."

Lennon shook his head. "It hurts..." He groaned.

"I know, I know," said Monte "They're gonna make it stop soon."

Lennon gave a small nod, holding his free arm out to Sammy, refusing to let go of Monte. "Mama..."

Sammy took Lennon's hand. "I'm right here sweetie."

Lennon whimpered and moved closer to Sammy, pulling Monte with him.

Sammy stroked Lennon's hair.

"Love you mama..." Lennon said quietly.

"I love you too Lennon sweetie," Sammy smiled.

Lennon whimpered and curled up again, pulling a face.

Kiara came back a few minutes later. "They're ready for him."

Lennon groaned, moving closer to Sammy, hiding his face.