The formidable Aiden Romanov

Chapter 33

To Aiden’s surprise, Lorenzo burst into hearty laughter. After a moment, he wiped his eyes and smiled warmly. “I expected something like this sooner or later. I’ve noticed how you look at her. I saw it the first day we visited Mr. Kohler’s house.”

Lorenzo leaned forward, his gaze softening. “If you’re sure that Silvana is the one you want, then talk to her about it. If she agrees, you have my blessings. But remember, she’s like a granddaughter to me too. I wouldn’t want to see her hurt. So be certain.”

Aiden smiled, feeling a weight lifted off his shoulders. “Thank you, Grandfather. I appreciate your support.”

With a renewed sense of purpose, Aiden left the study and headed to Zia’s room, certain that he would meet Zia and Silvana, true to his assumptions, they were in there playing. He could hear Zia’s joyful giggles as he approached, a sound that always filled his heart with warmth.

As he entered the room, Zia spotted him and her face lit up with excitement. “Daddy!” she squealed, j