Family Dinner 4

He glared at Jessica who pretended not to have noticed his gaze, 

Vera didn't expect Jessica to single her out like that. She was furious and she glared at her with rage.

Jessica ignored her gaze rather she grabbed Davis hand in hers and lightly caressed it for a while but didn't stop fiddling with it after that.

Her attention for the first time drawn to how long his fingers are, his bones distinct and calluses on the tips of his fingers. A clear fact that aside the fact he had laboured for the Allen for several years, he still had his fair share of stories to tell. 

Her actions helped him calm the tension on his shoulder and the anger brewing in his eyes dissipated.

She didn't want him to give them the satisfaction they seek. She wouldn't allow him lose his temper over people that did not matter, so she must distract his attention. She wouldn't let him experience another episode.