_Matteo's POV_
She looked at me with skepticism. "Matteo, I appreciate your optimism, but this curse has shaped the fate of my family for so long. It's like an invisible thread woven into our lives, influencing our destinies," she said, a hint of sadness in her eyes.
I gently squeezed her hand, offering reassurance. "Thalassa, we won't know unless we try. I am sure that there is a solution to this curse."
"Matteo, why are you willing to go to such great lengths to help me?" she asked, her eyes searching mine for an answer.
I met her gaze, sincerity in my voice. "Because I care about you, Thalassa. Despite our past differences, I've seen the kindness and strength within you. You deserve a chance to define your own destiny, free from the shadows of this curse."
Her expression shifted, a
