There was a line of expensive cars heading up the driveway of Gambetta's mansion.Long, pale pink paper lanterns hang over the drive and as they inch closer in Dante's limo,she could see they were everywhere.In the early evening light,they look magical,as if they were entering an enchanted kingdom.She glanced at Dante.How suitable for her prince...and her childish excitement bloomed, eclipsing all other feelings.

"My father doesn't know about the accident but I'm sure he's not going to talk about the past.His whore's...I mean wife's name is Elena"He said.

He leaned closer framing her face in his hands as if she was as precious as the air he breathes.

"You look...