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!