The first thing she noticed about him was his dazzling white smile, the kind that lit up a room, and the next thing was his laugh, so easy and gentle, yet the kind that made you want to laugh along with him because it made you so happy!!! How she ended up down by the waterfront while the rest of the group was touring the city’s main cathedral she’ll never know, but the olive skinned young man with the beautiful smile was making a pass at her and while she tried to fight it, she couldn’t help but enjoy the feeling of being pursued, after all, it had been a long time!!!

“You are American, no,” he asked softly while staring straight into her eyes as if he was trying to see deep inside of her!?!

“Uh yes, I’m an American,” she replied shyly, “are you a a native of Naples!?!”

“But of course,” he replied smoothly, “and how do you like our city!?!”

“It’s the most beautiful city I’ve ever seen,” she replied slightly red faced, “with the volcano and all, it’s very romantic!!!”

“It is a city for lovers,” he answered, “you know the saying, see Naples and die, but I might add not to quickly!!!” They both giggled at his little joke before he asked, “And what is your name!?!” “My name is Melinda, Melinda Knight,” she replied, “and what’s yours!?!” “My name is Antonio, but of course everyone calls me Tony,” he replied, “would you do me the pleasure of boarding my boat!?!” Want to read more of Melinda and Antonio?