Alessia glanced around the living room, where family photographs adorned the walls.
With a heavy sigh, she made a silent promise to herself and to Milo.
She would protect him fiercely, no matter what challenges lay ahead.
If it came down to it, she was prepared to move away from Veridian to ensure her son’s safety and happiness.
***
The next morning, Alessia dragged herself to work with dark circles under her eyes.
As she walked into the polished lobby of Wilde Enterprises, she couldn’t help but feel self-conscious.
The pristine marble floors reflected the grandeur of the high-rise building, and the expansive space was filled with a sea of men and women dressed in tailored or pressed suits, skirts, and polished shoes.
Their coiffed hairstyles, subtle makeup, and r
