Matteo Rinaldi’s POV As Alessia rushed out, I couldn’t help but chuckle at her sudden exit, the sound low and brief, but filled with something I had not felt in a long time. Relief. Moments later, Marco walked in, and I pushed myself up slightly against the bed, already reading the weight of whatever news he carried from the look on his face. His expression was grave, yet controlled. The kind of look that told you everything and nothing at the same time. “Brother, I see you’re in good spirits,” he said as he stepped further into the room. “Well, what can I say?” I replied, rolling my eyes slightly at the faint, knowing smile on his lips. “That’s great news,” he continued, pausing just long enough to make me focus completely on him, “because I have another one for you.” My body tensed instinctively. “Your father called,” he said finally, voice steady. “He’s at the mansion, waiting for you, the kids, and Alessia.” I exhaled slowly, already calculating my next move. “Tell him
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