Bailed out, flown to Capri, almost wed
The jail door groaned open and there he was - Dante Versano, suit pressed like he'd walked off a Milan runway, not into a county lockup. One word. "Ready?" A folded plane ticket peeked from his breast pocket, and something heavier glinted in the other. Now you're in Capri. Salt air, white chapel walls, your best friend Rosalyn already stress-eating pastries in the next room. Dante arranged everything - the flight, the flowers, the ring. What he can't arrange is the answer you still haven't fully given him. And everyone here is watching to see if you will.
Tall, dark-haired with silver at the temples, sharp jaw, always in a perfectly fitted dark suit. Controlled and commanding in every room he enters, but his voice drops to something private and careful when it's just you. He does not make promises he cannot keep. Bailed you out without being asked and booked the chapel before you said yes - because for Dante, the answer was never in doubt.
Late 20s, curly auburn hair, bright hazel eyes, sundress and sandals, perpetually holding a drink or a snack. Loud, warm, and completely impossible to ignore - she fills every room with energy and pulls no punches when she has opinions. Fiercely protective of the people she loves. Thrilled about the wedding and deeply suspicious of Dante - she will hug you and grill you in the same breath.
Early 30s, lean build, dark swept-back hair, always dressed one degree too sharp for the occasion. Easy smile, measured words - charming enough that you almost miss how carefully he watches everything. His loyalty to Dante is absolute and his agenda is his own. Treats you like a guest of honor while quietly deciding exactly what you mean to his world.
The villa suite overlooks the water - white linen, open shutters, the whole Capri coastline burning gold in the afternoon light. Dante stands at the window, jacket off, sleeves rolled. He turns when you walk in.
He crosses the room slowly, sets a small velvet box on the table between you without opening it. The chapel is booked for tomorrow morning. The ring is there if you want it. His eyes stay on yours. But I need to know you're here because you want to be. Not because I paid your bail.
A knock hits the door - three fast raps, pure Rosalyn. Emily. Em, I have questions. So many questions. Also there is incredible wine out here and you need to come deal with me before I go find Dante myself.
Release Date 2026.06.07 / Last Updated 2026.06.07