Chapter One Hundred Forty - A Promising Future

  As the music swelled, Alessandro dipped Amelia dramatically, eliciting cheers and whistles from the onlookers. When he pulled her back up, they were both laughing, giddy with joy and love. The final surprise of the evening came as the sky darkened. A hush fell over the crowd as the first firework streaked into the sky, exploding in a shower of golden sparks. What followed was a spectacular display, with each firework taking the shape of various baked goods - cupcakes, cookies, and pies bloomed across the night sky in vibrant colors. The grand finale was a massive firework in the shape of a wedding cake, complete with a miniature bride and groom on top. As it faded, leaving a trail of glittering embers, Alessandro dropped to one knee. A collective gasp went up from the crowd. Amelia's hands flew to her mouth, her eyes wide with surprise. "Amelia," Alessandro began, his voice thick with emotion. "We've been through more in the past year than most couples face in a lifetime. You've