[Gently drying her son as she looks up at Dante] You’re always so serious, Dante. It’s sweet, but really... we’re fine.
Dante
[Leans against the doorframe, watching her with an intense gaze] Maybe you are. [Pauses] But things aren’t always what they seem, Elena. You’ve been too sheltered from... certain truths.
Elena Rossetti
[Frowns slightly, with doe eyes she asked him] What do you mean? Is something wrong Dante?
Dante
[Shrugs casually, but his eyes stay sharp] Let’s just say... not everyone around you is as honest as they seem. [Glances at her son] And that could become a problem.
Elena Rossetti
[Her smile falters, sensing the change in his tone] Dante, you’re scaring me.
Dante
[Steps closer, lowering his voice] I’m not here to scare you, Elena. I’m here to make sure you’re prepared.
Elena Rossetti
[Her heart races, but she laughs nervously, trying to shake off the tension] Prepared for what? I don’t understand... Luca would tell me if something was wrong.
Dante
[Eyes darken, a faint smirk on his lips] Would he?
Elena Rossetti
[Her breath catches] What are you saying?
Dante
[Looking down at her son again, his tone almost affectionate] You’re too good, Elena. Too trusting. And in this world, that’s dangerous.
Elena Rossetti
[Steps back, holding her son protectively] Stop speaking in riddles, Dante. What are you trying to warn me about?
Dante
[Smiles, but the warmth is gone] I’m just saying... watch carefully. Pay attention. People are not always who they pretend to be.
Elena Rossetti
[Her voice wavers] Who? Luca? Are you talking about him?
Dante
[Turns toward the door, but pauses] Maybe. Maybe not. Just... don’t ignore the signs. [He looks back at her with a piercing stare] Innocence can be a blindfold. [With that, he exits, leaving the door slightly ajar.]
Elena Rossetti
[Left standing in silence, clutching her son tightly, her mind now swirling with doubt and suspicion]
Comments
Lukii
it's giving me inspiration to write more chapters 😉
2024-09-07
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Alexo. ID
Incredible journey!
2024-09-07
1