Carrie

"She is pregnant for you?"

It was uncertain whether Alessandro's grandfather was shocked because a woman was pregnant for his grandson or if he was disgusted by the fact that I was the one involved with him. Surely, his hatred for my father didn't go unnoticed.

"Yes." A clicking sound from Alessandro followed and he eased his stern posture to fold his arms. "And now that issue is settled, I hope you remember our discussion. And I hope you keep your word."

"How… I …"

"Remain clueless for all I know, Grandfather. But make sure you stay away from Miss Edwards. She's too precious for you to try to...