Vito walked back to the room and pushed the door open, expecting to find Ortensia where he had left her. The room was quiet, but something felt off. His eyes scanned quickly, taking in the bed, the floor, and every corner, yet she was nowhere to be seen. Confusion tightened in his chest. Where had she gone? He took a cautious step inside, searching for any clue, trying to understand how she could have disappeared so suddenly and silently.
The server still held the tray, balancing the plates and bottles carefully.
"Keep it on the table there," Vito instructed, pointing toward the side of the room. The server nodded and set the tray down with measured precision, ensuring nothing tipped or spilled.
"You can leave the room now," Vito said, his tone carrying more than a command. It w
