They shared passionate nights together in upscale hotels whenever they were in the same city — London, Paris, New York… But, despite her feelings for Guido, Lucy knew the score: she was just his mistress. She was not supposed to get too close — or ever say, "I love you…"

Nor was she supposed to get pregnant… But she did.

Prince Guido of Mardivino could not father a love-child — his heir must be legitimate. Mistress and mother Lucy must marry him — by royal command!