As Susanna spoke, Kayla found herself unable to dwell on Norah. She sat beside her daughter, with Matteo close by.

"I will always love you, Susanna. You are the only princess in my eyes. But poor Nancy. Abandoned by her birth parents, she grew up in an orphanage abroad and worked odd jobs to pay for school. Nancy has such a gentle nature. I know you two would get along wonderfully."

Convinced of Susanna's kindness, Kayla had brought Nancy home, hoping the two would forge a strong bond.