chapter 76

Days turned into weeks as Sorin and Andrea navigated their new life together. The tension that had once hung between them like a thick fog began to dissipate, replaced by tentative conversations and moments of understanding. Sorin found himself slowly opening up to Andrea, sharing bits and pieces of his life that he had kept guarded for so long.

One evening, as they sat together in the living room, Sorin spoke about his family's legacy—the Zavaris wine empire. Andrea listened intently as he recounted the history of the business, spanning four generations of passionate winemakers.

"My great-grandfather, Vittorio Zavari, founded Zavaris Winery in the early 1900s," Sorin explained, his voice tinged with pride. "He believed in crafting wines that would stand the test of time, wines that would capture the essence of our land and our people."

Andrea nodded, captivated by Sorin's passion for his family's legacy. "It must be incredible to be a part of such a storied tradition."

Sorin smiled f