Chapter 52

ZESA RUSSO

After little contemplation, I settled for a mid-calf contrast color striped insert blazer dress with long sleeves to keep me warm. Leandra wore a khaki colored tied detail long sleeve pleated dress. We walked up to the huge door that hid the party behind it. Two guys wearing black suits in front of the door opened it, granting us entrance into the garden where the party was being held. Flowers and trees that had fairy lights hanging from them surrounded us. In the center of the garden was a calming fountain as the guests mingled on the covered patio and inner and outer gardens. Servers went around, serving refreshments to those who wanted them.

“Ilaria Rossi.” Leandra whispered to me. Her eyes were on a woman a few feet away from us.

Ilaria Rossi, a woman of average height with a slim build, tan skinned with a big nose and ears that stuck out from under her textured Pixie with highlights. She wore a perfectly pressed maxi green dress and nude lipstick. Beside her