Messina fell into thought for a moment, looking at little Donna peacefully asleep in Ellis's lap. “Ellis, remember that tomorrow is the day. And that was the agreement. I promised to give an answer tomorrow.”

Ellis furrowed her brow, clearly anxious and impatient. “I know you promised, but I don't have time to spare. Jake is in Alessandro's hands, and I fear he might discover the truth about Don Marco's paternity at any moment.”

Angelo Messina shrugged. “You've told me ...