Book 1: Chapter 20

"So, are you getting married to this supposed sister of mine?" Aleida asked still hopeful that Enzo only said that to get to her father. 

Enzo looked at Aleida with a calm expression, sensing the conflict in her words. He wasn't blind to see that Aleida had what he would call 'a crush' for him.

Lombardi himself had brought it to his hearing a couple of times, he might have even considered it during one of their meetings but there was nothing about Aleida that caught his attention.

She was a beautiful woman, yes, no doubt about that. 

"Yes, Aleida, Gabriella, and I are planning to marry. It's true. I understand it would come as a surprise not only to you but to everyone, given the circumstances"

Aleida paused, her steps faltering as they reached the front door. "But why? How can you marry someone you just met? How can you be so sure she is not an imposter trying to use you for your money and connection?"

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