It was 3am at midnight, when Luciano concluded his meeting regarding the security of Neravalle.
He stepped out of the room after dismissing everyone, to find Elio dozing off just outside the room.
Luciano watched him pitifully for a few seconds, before he snapped his fingers across his face.
"No Valentina! I don't want to be tickled!" His eyes flew open.
Luciano's face instantly squeezed tightly. He couldn't believe even in the boy's dream, Valentina was there too.
"Luce?" Elio licked off the drool at the side of his lips, as he scratched the back of his head.
"Sorry I don't have green eyes. I'm sure you must be disappointed."
His memory jolted, causing his eyes to widen.
"Oh no Luce! I didn't mention Valentina's name, I promise."
"Right," he bobbed his head. "Of course you didn't."
He began to walk away, and Elio ran after him.
"Go to your room and sleep, agnello."
"I will. But first things first. Signor Vitto asked me to give this to you."
