While a gentle breeze blew through the trees, carrying with it the serene melody of nature, Antonietta was preparing to share her secret with Vittorio. But before the words could be spoken, Giuseppe interrupted the solemn silence.

"I know you have something to say, but Don Vittorio, I must inform you that I received information that you have been invited to the Charity Auction organized by Angelo Messina, the current president of the Commission. That's what you wanted, isn't it? Well, ...