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at me, holding my hand a moment too long.
    “You know Ava, you’re really quite stunning. Buona notte.”
    He watches me go insid e my room . I’m stunning? Enzo thinks I’m stunning. And beautiful. And fuckable!
    I can’t stop thinking about all that happened today and the things this man said to me. Maybe he wasn’t trying to seduce me, maybe that’s just how he talks . Still, he did ask me if I had a man so that must mean something right? I don’t know what to think.
    What I do know is that this man is probably trouble capital T for me, and I should avoid him. Tomorrow, if I even see him, I’ll just make it clear that nothing is going to happen between us, and I’ll be gone by Monday morning. Yes, that’s a good plan. I settle into bed, satisfied with my clarity.
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    Turn Towards the Sun
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
    Chapter two
     
    A hint of sunshine streams into my eyes. I stir, moment arily unsure of my location. Oh yes, the hotel. And Enzo.
    That was honestly the best night’s sleep I’ve had in a long time. I wonder how I should spend my Sunday. My furniture should be here tomorrow so I just want to enjoy my last day in this paradise. I’ll spend some time at the pool. Yes, that sounds like a good plan. 
    After a quick shower, I survey my reflection. I frown at what I see. The pool will do my complexion some good I hope. I quickly brush my teeth and pull my hair up in a bun on top of my head. I dig in my suitcases looking for my swimsuit- there it is. I bought it just for Phoenix. It’s dark yellow with brown accents in the middle and on the sides, like a sunflower. I boldly purchased a two-piece even though I’m not the skinniest girl. But I like my curves. Why not show them off. I throw on a t-shirt and shorts and slip on some sandals.
    I head out to explore the hotel grounds. Everything you could want is just inside the main hotel, from shoes and clothes to books. There is a hair salon and full spa as well. This really is paradise, a wom a n’s paradise anyway.
    Standing in front of the salon , I watch the women insid e getting set up for the day. I wonder how impossibly expensive a haircut and color would be in there. Suddenly, I feel someone standing behind me. I turn to see Enzo gazing down at me, looking relaxed and casual in tan linen shorts and a short-sleeved white polo.
    “Good morning Enzo.” I try to keep the excitement I feel out of my voice.
    “Buon giorno, Ava. Would you like to get your hair done?”
    Well yea, but I can’t possibly afford this.
    “Um—” I start. He waves his hand to stop me and grabs my wrist , as we head towards the door of the salon. The girl at the front desk welcomes us.
    “Mr. Milano, good morning sir.” She looks to be all of eighteen years old, with a pierced lip and bright magenta hair.
    “Good morning Lucy. Is Camilla here?”
    “Yes, she’s in the back. I’ll go get her.”
    “Listen Enzo—” I start again.
    “No you listen. I own this place, all of it. While you are staying here you can have anything you want or need, understand?”
    His tone startles me into sudden submission, his eyes piercing through me. I don’t understand any of this but one thing is clear, I better accept his generosity.
    “Yea, sure I understand.”
    “Good. Then Camilla will do what you want. She’s very good.” A tall, blond woman comes out from the back and sm iles when she sees Enzo. Her smile calms my nerves immediately.
    “Ciao Enzo.” They embrace and kiss on both cheeks. Camilla is pretty and looks to be close to fifty. She has delicate features with pale blond hair.
    Enzo introduces me. “Please take good care of her Camilla.”
    “Of course, Enzo.”
    “Okay then , I’ll leave you to it. I’ll see you later Ava?” He looks at me with warm eyes.
    I nod my head, feeling unable to speak. I have no idea what’s happening to me right now.
    “What would you like today Ava?” Camilla asks. I unleash my hair for her to