Chapter Fifty One - The New Rival

The grand foyer of the De Laurentis mansion buzzed with anticipation. Eloise, elegant as ever in her tailored suit, paced near the entrance, her eyes darting to the ornate clock on the wall. "Amelia, darling," she called out, her voice echoing through the marble halls. "Is everything ready for Cherry's arrival?" Amelia emerged from the kitchen, wiping her hands on her apron. "Yes, Mrs. De Laurentis. The refreshments are prepared, and the staff is on standby." Eloise's eyes softened. "Please, call me Eloise. You're practically family now." She paused, a wistful smile playing on her lips. "You know, Cherry was like a daughter to me. It'll be wonderful to have her back, even if just for a visit." Amelia nodded, trying to quell the unease in her stomach. She'd heard stories about Cherry Pinkman, Alessandro's ex-fiancée, but had never met her in person. The sound of tires crunching on gravel outside silenced their conversation. Eloise's face lit up as she hurried to the door, Amelia fo