Chapter One Hundred Fourteen - The Rival’s Secret

Alessandro nodded, but his eyes were distant. "I can't help but feel responsible, Amelia. If someone's targeting my family, it's because of me. Because of my position." Amelia took his face in her hands, forcing him to look at her. "Listen to me. You are not responsible for the actions of whoever is behind this. We're going to find out who it is, and we're going to stop them. Together." For the first time in weeks, she saw a glimmer of the old Alessandro in his eyes. He pulled her close, holding her tightly. "What would I do without you?" he murmured into her hair. As they prepared for bed, Amelia's mind was still racing. Something about this whole situation felt familiar, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it. She was about to mention it to Alessandro when a soft knock at the door interrupted them. It was Isabella. "I'm sorry to disturb you," she said, her voice trembling. "But I... I need to talk to you both." Amelia and Alessandro exchanged a glance before inviting her i