Summary

In Chapter 91, the entire neighborhood arrives at Elisa’s house to have dinner with Elena’s family. It is difficult and embarrassing. The elder Mrs. Solara is there and it is her 60th birthday. Marcello has arranged to transfer Elena’s family from the local hotel to stay in their apartment—he did this behind Elena’s back, making the arrangements with Pietro. Elena is furious. Her children are crying and it is chaotic. Finally, Lila appears with Gennaro and Enzo.

In Chapter 92, the tension is palpable as an assembly of neighborhood people, many of whom are harboring decades of anger towards one another, attempt to share a meal in peace. Pietro and Lila are drawn into conversation together while Michele appears to preside over a kingdom with great satisfaction. He puts Elena on the spot by requiring her to wish his mother...