Alessia's determination hardened as she confronted Marco.
"Marco, what is Project Eclipse?" Alessia demanded.
Marco's expression turned guarded. "Alessia, I—"
"Don't lie to me," Alessia warned. "I saw the documents."
Marco sighed, rubbing his temples. "Project Eclipse is a... joint venture between our families."
Alessia's eyes widened. "A Rossi-De Luca alliance? Why?"
Marco's voice dropped. "To take down a common enemy. The Morani family."
Alessia's mind reeled. "The Morani family? I thought they were—"
"Extinct?" Marco finished. "No. They've been hiding, waiting to strike. Project Eclipse ensures their destruction."
Alessia's unease grew. "And what's the cost?"
Marco's gaze locked onto hers. "The cost is worth it, Alessia. Trust me."
But Alessia's trust had already fractured.
Suddenly, gunfire erupted outside.
Marco's phone buzzed. "We're under attack."
Alessia's heart pounded. "The Morani family?"
Marco nodded. "Get down, Alessia."
As chaos erupted, Alessia realized her world had shattered.
The Morani family, thought extinct, now threatened everything.