Chapter 13 - THE LAST SECRET OF THE MORETTI FAMILY
The investigation into Vittorio and Carlo continued.
Financial records revealed years of fraud.
Illegal transfers.
Intimidation.
And efforts to consolidate control over the Moretti and Giordano businesses.
Vittorio was arrested.
Carlo faced charges.
Several associates cooperated with investigators.
Alessandra provided testimony despite the consequences for her family.
Serena met her once.
At a quiet café.
Alessandra looked nervous.
"I didn't know what my father was doing."
Serena studied her.
"I believe you."
Alessandra's eyes filled.
"I thought Damen was a widower."
"I know."
She looked down.
"I thought we could make a marriage work."
Serena swallowed.
"Did you love him?"
Alessandra hesitated.
"No."
She smiled sadly.
"I think I loved the idea of being important."
Serena nodded.
Alessandra looked at her.
"I'm glad you're alive."
Serena's eyes filled.
"Thank you."
For a moment, they sat in silence.
Two women whose lives had been manipulated by powerful men.
Then Alessandra said:
"Take care of your son."
May you like
Serena smiled.
"I will."
