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Chapter 164
Chapter 164 Turning Point.
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It was a lovely evening
, and the setting sun cast a warm golden hue over the sky. Birds were chirping as they returned to their nests, and the first stars had begun to twinkle in the deepening blue. Alessandro and Mia
t in the garden of Alessandro's manor, enjoying their evening tea while Gia and Maximo played a board game on a mat nearby.
In the manor's garden, richly upholstered velvet chairs with dark mahogany frames were arranged in a semi-circle on the manicured lawn, complemented by low wooden tables adorned with delicate porcelain teacups and fresh floral arrangements. The lush greenery of the plants and finely trimmed bushes, along with the vibrant colors of the Mediterranean flowers, cahanced the garden's beauty.
Mia watched their children with adoration in her eyes, leaning on Alessandro's shoulder as he kept her close, his arm wrapped securely around her.
Alexander had not yet returned home, and Camille had gone to her elite ladies' social gathering.
Mia sighed. "What a beautiful life this is"
Alessandro lowered his head to gaze at his wife, noticing her head still resting on his shoulder, her eyes fixed on their children as they played and occasionally bickered.
He kissed Mia's forehead and whispered, his eyes fixed on the love of his life-his wife, "It is indeed very
beautiful
Mia raised her head and found her husband looking at her with a warm smile on his gorgeous face. His eyes were filled with all the love in his heart. She couldn't thank God enough for bringing this man into her life. No matter how difficult their beginning was, it had only brought them closer and strengthened their bond, helping them to understand each other better and see both their good and bad sides. This only deepened their love and faith in each other.
"I love you," Mia murmured, her voice vibrating with emotion, her eyes reflecting all the love she had for her husband in her heart.
"I love you more, amore mio," Alessandro declared, giving her a soft peck on the lips.
"Children are here!" Mia whined, playfully pushing Alessandro away.
"Don't worry, Mom, we didn't see anything," Gia and Maximo chimed in, covering their eyes with their palms.
"Sec, our children are very smart. They know their daddy loves their mom so much, but their mom. doesn't understand it," Alessandro complained with a smile, flicking Mia's cute nose with his finger and making her roll her eyes.
She couldn't believe she had carried those kids for nine months and raised them alone for six years, yet they were on their father's side. She caressed her belly, thinking, "This one will be on my side.
But no matter whose side they were on, they were all on the family's side. She giggled at the thought.
Interrupting their intimate family moment, a guard approached them.
*Sir, Madam, you have guests who wish to see you," he announced. Matteo and Lucas entered shortly after. The guards, having seen them before and knowing they worked closely with Alessandro, readily admitted tham
Chapter 164 Turning Point.
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Matteo and Lucas exchanged warm greetings with Mia and offered friendly smiles to Gia and Maximo. Mia rose from her seat and said, "I'll arrange some tea for everyone. Please make yourselves comfortable." Alessandro nodded, recognizing that he needed some time alone with Matteo and Lucas. Mia took the kids inside the manor, understanding that if Matteo and Lucas had traveled all the way from Florence to meet with Alessandro, it must be something serious. Her intuition proved correct. As soon as Mia and the children went inside, the expressions on Matteo and Lucas's faces grew very serious.
"Matteo, Lucas, please have a seat," Alessandro said, his expression neutral.
Matteo took a deep breath, bracing himself for the conversation with the mafia king.
"Alessandro, are you out of your mind?" Matteo demanded, his voice tense, causing Alessandro to narrow his eyes at him. Matteo glanced at Lucas from the corner of his eye, recognizing the gravity of the situation.
Lucas was offended as his expression turned dark; as a loyal assistant, he couldn't bear to see anyone speak to his boss so harshly. However, he understood that Matteo was Alessandro's trusted lawyer and close friend, Otherwise, Matteo would have been dead the moment he tried to intimidate his boss.
What do you mean, Matteo?" Alessandro leaned back in his chair and asked calmly, though he already had an inkling of what his lawyer friend was referring to.Exclusive content © by Nô(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.
"Alessandro, you know exactly what I'm talking about. Announcing your retirement was a colossal mistake. Many of your rivals were waiting for this opportunity. The Italian mafia won't let you step down so easily. Once you're in this dark world, there's no turning back, and you know that," Matteo reminded his friend with deep concern. The danger looming over Alessandro was real and deadly this time.
"What happened?" Alessandro asked, remaining calm and composed.
Matteo and Lucas exchanged glances before Lucas cleared his throat nervously and said, "Boss, the Center wants you to return and take charge like before. They've issued it as an immediate order."
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