Chapter 28 - Prepare for a Confrontation

"Alessandro didn't waste any time. He knew his father wouldn't hesitate to make good on his threats. He had to ensure Clara's safety, and that meant taking matters into his own hands. He contacted Marco. 'Is she safe?' he asked, his voice tight with anxiety.' She's at the cabin, boss,' Marco replied. 'Secure and sound. But I don't like this, Alessandro. Your father is going to come after her.''I know,' Alessandro said grimly. 'That's why I need you to do something for me. I need you to double the security at the cabin. I want guards posted around the perimeter, day and night. And I want you to make sure Clara has everything she needs. Anything at all.''Consider it done,' Marco said. 'But Alessandro, you need to be careful. Your father is not going to let this go. He's going to come after you too.''I know,' Alessandro said. 'But Clara is my priority. I'll deal with my father later.'He hung up the phone and began to make arrangements to leave the city. He couldn't stay here, not knowing that Clara was in danger. He had to be with her, to protect her himself.He knew his father would try to stop him, but he was prepared for that. He had spent years learning his father's tactics, anticipating his moves. He knew how to play the game, and he was ready to fight back.He packed a bag, his hands moving quickly and efficiently. He grabbed a gun, checking the magazine to make sure it was fully loaded. He knew he might need it.He took one last look around his apartment, a sense of sadness washing over him. He was leaving behind his old life, his old identity. He was entering a new world, a world of danger and uncertainty. But he was ready. He was ready to face whatever came his way, as long as he had Clara by his side."