@mdelicate I just double checked - I have read 8 chps - I'm at Chp 9 but haven't yet read. So, I thought Carlos has a bit of a crush as of now. I felt Matteo had an instant crush (or felt it read like he was drawn to her, thought she was beautiful, but didn't really give credence to it developing to give it any fruition). Carlos, I viewed, as having total distrust...but now I think he has a little crush on her and it's gotten Matteo's back up a bit. (For a guy who's not admitting that he really likes her, of course). That's what I think - not sure it's right. But, Matteo is very interesting...looking forward to seeing his true colors come to light.