Sophia's POV.
He held my hand as we strode along the narrow road, our steps synchronizing. Only our breath echoed in the stillness; the world around us was silent.
If anyone had told me that I’d fall deeply in love with Alessandro, I would’ve denied it at first. But here I am, with my heart completely entangled in his presence.
My current wish is for my Father not to do anything wrong. I know he’s capable of it, but I still hold on to the hope that I might be able to change his mind.
“So…” Alessandro’s deep voice broke the silence. I looked up at him, catching a glimpse of his face. He smiled sweetly at me. “What’s next?” he asked, his voice carrying a playful storm, and my cheeks flushed lightly.
“I don’t know if you’d remind me,” I teased, and he stopped walking. I halted too, looki
