Ares extended his hand to Matteo, the firm shake signaling a mutual respect. "We'll be in touch soon," Ares stated, his tone businesslike but cordial. Enrico offered a curt nod, his face more guarded now. He didn't say much else as he turned and left the room with Ares, their bodyguards trailing behind them.
As soon as the Saviano brothers were out of earshot, Matteo turned to Isabella with a satisfied smile. "That went well," he remarked, loosening his tie and settling back into his chair with a relieved sigh. "I honestly expected it to go south at some point, given Enrico’s reputation. But I have to commend you, Isabella, you handled it beautifully."
Isabella let out a breath she hadn't realized she was holding. She was glad to be past the tense meeting. "Thank you," she replied, tucki
