Chapter 118

It was pouring rain in downtown Manhattan as Victoria Valentino navigated through her local D'Agostino market. The atmosphere inside was surprisingly calm, with only a few shoppers scattered around. Victoria, engrossed in her shopping, was taken aback when another woman accidentally collided with her while reaching for a tomato.

As the two briefly connected, the mysterious woman slipped a note into Victoria's hand and uttered the name "Stephano." Clutching the note, Victoria continued her shopping for a short while. The suspense became unbearable, prompting her to seek refuge in the ladies' room, where she secured the door and unfolded the message.

The note revealed unsettling news: "Mrs. Valentino, Stephano is set to marry Patricia Garrett-Parent, William Zabo's daughter. Bruno is aware and approves of the union. We can arrange for you to talk to your son before making plans for you to meet him and attend the wedding. You have the opti