In one last ditch effort to get out of this situation, I say, “Father Barone, isn’t it against your religion to force someone into marriage?” “Yes, dear, it is.” “Maybe you can talk some sense into my fiancé, then.” Father Barone looks from me to Matteo before Matteo speaks. “Father Barone, please excuse my fiancée. It seems she’s lost her manners.” He gives Matteo a small smile. You have got to be kidding me.
