Chapter Sixty Five - Legal Disputes

Amelia and Alessandro were in the library, poring over family documents, when Eloise burst in, her composure visibly shaken. "Cecilia is here," she announced, her voice a mix of disbelief and apprehension. Alessandro's eyebrows shot up in surprise. "Aunt Cecilia? But she hasn't set foot in this house in over a decade." Amelia looked between them, confused. "Who's Cecilia?" "Lorenzo's sister," Alessandro explained quickly. "There was a falling out years ago... I'm not even sure of the details." Before Amelia could ask for more information, they heard voices in the hallway. Moments later, Cecilia strode into the library, her presence commanding attention despite her small stature. She was a striking woman in her sixties, with sharp blue eyes and silver hair cut in a sleek bob. "Well, well," Cecilia said, her gaze sweeping the room before settling on Alessandro. "My dear nephew. You've grown into quite the handsome young man." Alessandro stood, moving to greet his aunt with a mixtu