Chapter One Hundred Twenty Four - Strategies Unfold

Alessandro appeared, looking proud of his handiwork. "Better safe than sorry, cara. You never know where a baby might decide to bonk its head." Amelia shook her head, trying not to laugh. "Honey, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but I think we might be going a bit overboard. The baby won't even be mobile for months." "Ah, but time flies!" Alessandro declared dramatically. "We must be prepared for anything!" The nursery became their next big project, with both of them pouring their hearts (and a considerable amount of their savings) into creating the perfect space for their little one. "What do you think about this wallpaper?" Amelia asked, holding up a sample with delicate woodland creatures. "It's sweet without being too cutesy." Alessandro studied it seriously. "It's nice, but what about something more... grand? Perhaps a mural of the Italian countryside?" Amelia raised an eyebrow. "For a baby's room?" "Why not? It's never too early to instill an appreciation for one's heritage,"