eived a visit from one of his associates. The man was rough around the edges, and his demeanor was menacing. Alessandro excused himself to speak with the man, and Alessia watched from the couch as th

nd reeled as she processed the information. She had suspected that Alessandro was involved in something illicit, but she hadn't expected this. "What does that mean for me?" Alessia asked, her voice barely above a whisper. Alessandro's eyes locked onto hers. "It means you'll be protected, Alessia. You'll be safe with me." Alessia's feelings were confli