Chapter 26
Montalcino, Italy
After a long journey from Paris, Santo and Caterina arrived at the train station in Siena and saw Giovanna waving from the platform. Caterina had called her from the hotel to tell her that Santo would be returning with her. She’d asked Giovanna not to speak about Marisa in front of him.
Giovanna threw her arms around Santo as soon as he stepped onto the platform. “Santo, it’s been so many years. What a handsome man you’ve become.”
“And you haven’t changed a bit, Giovanna,” he said, hugging her.
“Nonsense, but I’m glad you’re back.” Giovanna kissed him on both cheeks. “With the two of you here, the villa is becoming such a happy place again.”
They chatted as Giovanna drove to the villa. After they arrived, Caterina led Giovanna into the salon, calling back
