“No, Avon, everyone here is great,” Lucia said, her voice laced with sarcasm. “The women are all so warm and welcoming, sharing their stories of how they, too, had their brief moment in the sun with the charming Avon. I can tell by the way they look at me, with that mix of camaraderie and pity, that they know exactly what I’m in for. And the men? Oh, they’re just fascinated by me, eager to see what makes me worthy of your attention. It’s like they think they can learn something from me, or maybe even swoop in and claim me for themselves once you’re done with me.” Avon’s expression turned serious, his eyes narrowing as he studied her face. “Lucia, what’s going on? You seem upset.” Lucia shrugged, trying to brush off the tension. “I’m fine, really. Just a little overwhelmed, I guess. It’s a lot to take in, meeting all these new people and trying to keep up with the conversations.” But Avon wasn’t buying it. He took a step closer to her, his voice low and gentle. “Lucia, I know you b
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