Sophia's POV.
I was surprised by my own confession. I couldn't believe I had just told him that so suddenly.
"I...." I trailed off, my breath caught in my throat.
Alessandro was staring at me, shock visible on his face.
"We should go give this to the children...they...must be waiting for us," I stammered, walking aimlessly in an attempt to escape the moment.
"Sophia, that's not the way," he said, causing me to pause.
"It's this way," he directed, gesturing toward the hallway.
"Oh," I muttered, my cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
We silently walked to where the children were, and I was amazed to see how cute and well-taken care of they all looked. It was heartwarming.
"This is just the first set of kids," Alessandro revealed, his voice low. "There are more children in the other r
