Epilogue
Lago di Como, 2010
Ruby held Niccolò’s hand as they stood before the baroque altar. Next to them were Ariana and Alessandro, and in the audience were their family and friends. Stefano, who’d flown in from Palm Springs, Paolina and her husband and children, Niccolò’s sister Valeria and his cousin and other family members. Lorenzo from the café, who was also catering the celebration party and dinner. Vera, the concierge, and her sister Gia who’d first introduced Ariana and Alessandro. Matteo, Livia, and Emilio. And so many others they’d befriended.
A priest stood before them. “I have performed double wedding ceremonies for twins, but I have never performed a marriage and a recommitment ceremony for grandparents and a granddaughter. This is truly a family event.”
“Well, get on wi
