Chapter 31
After Marisa had drifted to sleep for her afternoon nap, Caterina changed into light trousers and a thin shirt for protection against the summer sun. She and Ava set off for a walk through the vineyard. Caterina listened to Ava’s updates about the state of the vineyard, waiting for an opportunity to ask her mother about the past.
Raphael had mentioned that Santo was returning soon from working with clients in Southern California. Caterina needed a resolution to their dilemma. Were they half-siblings? The mere consideration of it filled her with anxiety. On reflection she wondered, What if my mother doesn’t have a definitive answer?
“You haven’t asked me much about Italy.” Caterina plucked a nearly ripe grape and tasted it. Sweetness burst in her mouth. All around them, the sc
