#197 “May it Bring You and Evelyn a Lifetime of Happiness.”

As they made their way to the mob boss’s house, Kyle took a moment to offer Alexander some last-minute advice.

“Alright, listen up,” Kyle began, his tone serious. “First of all, when you’re talking to Elviro, be direct. Don’t beat around the bush or try to deceive him. He respects honesty, so always speak the truth if you can.”

Alexander nodded, taking in Kyle’s words. “Got it,” he replied, his voice determined.

“And remember, his name is Elviro,” Kyle continued. “Show him respect by using his name when you address him.”

“Elviro,” Alexander repeated, committing the name to memory.

“Lastly, don’t show any fear,” Kyle warned. “These guys can smell fear from a mile away. Stay confident, and you’ll be fine.”

Alexander squared his shoulders, steeling himself for the encounter ahead. “Thanks for the advice, Kyle. I’ll keep it all in mind.”

As the tension of the impending meeting loomed over them, Kyle attempted to lighten the mood with some casual conversation.

not to come?” Kyle asked a hint

to say the least,” he admitted. “But she

nodding in understanding. “Sounds like Sophia, alright. Always looking

house, the air was heavy with tension and the faint aroma of cigar smoke. The elder, Elviro, greeted them with a nod, his eyes lingering on Alexander for a

it isn’t Andrew Stone’s grandson,” Elviro remarked, his voice gravelly with age. “You were the last person I expected, but maybe I should

were

your grandfather

know you knew

his voice tinged with reverence. “We

intrigued Alexander

gaze fixed on Alexander. “Oh, yes. We worked together on a few projects,” he replied, a hint of fondness in his tone. “You remind me

a surge of pride at the comparison to his beloved grandfather. “Thank you,” he said, a smile

documents,” he interjected, his tone becoming more serious. “Did you have any involvement in

me anymore, especially since the relevant parties are no longer with us. The police wouldn’t be able to use them to

with the elder’s response, Alexander decided to broach another topic. “How did you know Sophia?” he

were familiar

involved with Christopher’s

evident, but he knew better than to pry further. He didn’t want to draw unnecessary attention to Sophia and her family’s past. With a nod of understanding, he decided to leave the matter there, confident that they had

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