Chapter 23. Impromptu

“Looks like Xandre’s home. He just drove in,” Cece said as she walked into the sitting room.

Dre walked in and Ellise beamed at him. Then, he kissed her forehead.

“There’s someone I’ll like you to meet,” he said.

The door opened and an older man walked in. Alicia gasped. Only then did Ellise notice the familiarities.

“Ellise, meet my dad. Dad meet Ellise, the love of my life.”

Everyone was shocked.

“Nice to meet such a lovely lady. Call me Alessio,” he said, giving her a handshake. His gaze met Alicia’s and her eyes became glassy. “Alicia,” he breathed.

“Alessio,” Alicia whispered, her eyes filled with tears.

“You’re alive!” She said through sobs, launching herself into Alessio’s waiting arms.

“I missed you so much, Ally,” Alessio said, holding her close to himself.

A smile ghosted over Dre’s lips as he wrapped his arms around Ellie’s waist.

“Why didn’t you come home sooner, Al?” Alicia said, placing her head on Aless