The doors opened, and I turned, setting down my glass as the two guests Ramona had invited strolled in. Their expression was amused as if this was just another casual afternoon in paradise. 

“Perfect timing!” Ramona beamed, rising from her seat. “Everyone, meet Gianni and Luca.” 

Gianni was tall with curly dark hair, a sharp jawline, and that kind of effortless charm boys in romance movies had. Luca, a bit shorter but with broad shoulders and striking gray eyes. He gave a polite ...