Salvatore Gambino's POV
It has been my pleasure to watch Olivia since she was 16. She is a lovely and intelligent young lady. When I first noticed her, I asked her grandparents for a hand in marriage. At that time, she was too young. Then they moved back to America. In addition to visiting for her grandparents' anniversary, I was upset when I learned about her marriage to Mariano. From what her family said, he left immediately after marrying her. If she were my wife, I would fly her around the world.
Next week I'm flying to America to meet my dream partner. She doesn't know it yet, but it will be Mrs. Olivia Gambino. I will win if I kill Rico Di Vaio myself. The good news is that I have six months to convince her to be my wife. I'm 37 but I still feel I can be her great husband.
Later that week
I've finally arrived in the States. I'm meeting with her father concerning the marriage. Later today, they're having dinner with Olivia and the rest of the family. I'm supposed to appear. She doesn't know me like that. I've only met her a few times, but she has made an impression that will last a lifetime.
Hi Franco, it has been a long time since I've seen you. I'm glad you've agreed to allow me to date your daughter. "I don't want her to be married to the Di Vaio family again. It didn't work out the first time with my younger brother. I fear that my older brother will not do better, replied Franco. "
I can understand why you feel that way. Will he be at dinner tonight?
"No, he has a town meeting. I planned it this way so you have a better chance with my daughter. She is a very bright young lady. The only people present are her twins' family and my wife. My advice is to get in and spend time with the kids. She watches how people interact with Olive's kids. I don't know why. They don't like Rico too much. If you win over the kids, that one thing might get you in touch with her. My daughter dreams of having a house full of kids. She also wants to keep her career, according to Franco.
I don't mind her working.
Franco's POV
Many don't understand why I don't want her to marry into the same family. She suffered through so much pain after marrying Mariano. I don't want to see my daughter in pain anymore. Let's let them go now that we have what we need from the Di Vaio family. I had hoped the first marriage to work. I never wanted her to break up with Mariano. I assumed they would work it out when he returned to reality. My daughter is too stubborn for that to happen. Now she has three men vying for her attention.
I think Mariano will fight for her. I saw the way he looked at her a the dinner. This should be interesting. They all have six months to win her hand in marriage. My wife thinks Rico deserves a chance. Now my brother says she will provide Mariano with another opportunity. The grandparents fight for Salvatore. The Gambino family is one of Sicily's most powerful families. They want a connection to his family. I am curious if I want my daughter connected to the Mafia.
Olivia is very naive about men. I know she is still a virgin. Throughout their lives, we gave both our daughters shelter. That is a treasure for Sicilian men. They like it when their women come to them pure. We teach our daughters that staying pure for their husbands is paramount.
Dating is worthwhile. Many don't understand why my daughters listen to me. When you instill values in your kids, they will respect your wishes. My daughter may be biracial, but they are faithful Sicilian women.
A young unmarried Sicilian woman. She usually stays with her parents until she gets married. Olivia is waiting alone but not unprotected. She has guards 24/7, at my request. I will discuss the decision she will have to make in the next six months. Believe it or not, I want my daughter to be happy. I will get her to agree to date both men and make a healthy choice. Allow her to choose by giving her power. She is more like me than her sister, so I know this is the most appropriate option.
Olivia's POV
Tonight I'm having dinner with my parents. We discussed my upcoming marriage. I value my father's opinions. I will never marry anyone my father disapproves of. Sicilian tradition is in me to the bone.
I know my father doesn't want me to get involved with Rico. Mariano has contacted me all week. Talking to me is what he wants to do. I don't know what we could talk about. He practically abandoned me when he married me. Now I'm supposed to care because he wants to speak to me. I tried to convince you to break me. He embarrassed me in front of the world and my family. You had three years to make something work but chose your mistress.
Rico is out of town. I think I like him. I want to experience life before settling down with one man. I like Rico. He is sweet, caring, and sexy as sin. I can't wait for dinner tonight. I want to see what my options are.