Chapter Seventy - Restoring Order

The grand opening of Amelia's Dream, the new bakery Alessandro gifted to Amelia, was a sight to behold. The storefront gleamed with freshly painted cream and gold accents, and a line of eager customers stretched down the block. Inside, the aroma of freshly baked goods filled the air as Amelia put the finishing touches on a towering wedding cake. "I can't believe this is really happening," Amelia murmured, her eyes wide with wonder as she surveyed her new domain. Alessandro came up behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist. "Believe it, my love. You've earned every bit of this." Amelia turned in his embrace, a smudge of flour on her cheek. "I couldn't have done it without you." "Nonsense," Alessandro chuckled, wiping the flour away with his thumb. "Your talent and determination got you here. I just provided the space." A timer dinged, and Amelia reluctantly pulled away. "Duty calls. Are you ready to cut the ribbon?" Alessandro nodded, following her to the front of the store.