Chapter 49. Invitation to a Duel

Giovanna always had fun shopping and since she believed that the amount of money at her disposal now was practically unlimited, since she wouldn't even be able to spend the interest her money earned each day, she began to spend and live like someone futile. Someone she would have despised once upon a time, when she was just an orphan.

Theo set the wedding date and she dedicated herself to preparing the party. She wanted something that hadn't been seen before. Something innovative and that took up all her time.

One afternoon, after arriving home from choosing the wedding cake, she went into her bedroom and smiled when she saw Theo with his back to her, his hands on the window frame looking out over the garden. She smiled and took off her sandals and hugged him.

"What a surprise to see you here! Do you like what I've done in our garden?"

She heard his deep breathing, but he didn't say anything and taking her hands back from his bod