Chapter Twenty-Four - A Rift in Time

Alessandro leaned in closer, his voice dropping to a whisper. "Money laundering. Embezzlement. Maybe even worse. I don't have all the pieces yet, but I'm close. And I think Dante is involved somehow." "Oh, Alessandro," Amelia breathed. "What are you going to do?" He shook his head, a look of determination settling over his features. "I'm going to stop it. Whatever it takes. But I can't do it alone. Amelia, I... I need your help." The intensity in his eyes made her heart race. She knew that by agreeing, she would be putting herself in danger. But looking at Alessandro, seeing the pain and resolve in his face, she knew she couldn't say no. "I'll help you," she said firmly. "Whatever you need." Relief washed over Alessandro's face. He brought her hand to his lips, pressing a gentle kiss to her knuckles. "Thank you," he murmured. The moment was interrupted by the sound of approaching footsteps. They sprang apart just as Dante rounded the corner, a knowing smirk on his face. "Well, i