The next morning at eight o'clock, after instructing the nanny--Mrs. Cate, to take care of the two treasures and giving each of them a kiss on the cheek, Alessia left the house.

Christian and Eleanor watched from the balcony until Alessia's figure completely disappeared, then they glanced at each other and quietly slipped out the door.

The taxi raced down the highway and arrived at the X fishing area after about three hours.

Alessia unbuckled her seatbelt, got out of the car, and ...