Chapter 43

Mena

Alessio kept his promise by staying with me in bed. He made it clear to everyone in the mansion that he was not to be disturbed, even going as far as turning off his phone.

He gave me his full attention as we binged a show. His ability to become completely immersed was unexpected, but watching him get so invested in the plots and characters was adorable.

It brought a smile to my face and made me realize that he was just as crazy as everyone else.

At one point, we took a break to greet Naty, who had told us all about her day, and after that, we returned to our marathon in the bedroom.

By now, it was already midnight, but I didn’t mind.

"By the way, tomorrow is our monthly Fanucci brunch. Everyone expects you guys there," Alessio mentioned out of nowhere.

"Who is 'everyone'?" My throat went dry at his late invitation.

"Grandma, uncle, aunties, cousins, everyone," he said as if it were the most normal thing in the world.

I panicked. "And you’re just telling me this now?"

Alessio sh