Setting —: Location: Suburban villa, outskirts of New York City Time: Early evening, golden hour

Location: Suburban villa on the outskirts of the city Time: Early evening, golden hour

The sun is just dipping behind the trees, casting long shadows over the manicured lawn. The villa’s large patio is alive with laughter and the smell of grilled food. A few crew members are gathered around a picnic table, drinks in hand, unwinding after a long day.

You lean against the stone wall, watching Marco, the family’s reliable driver, expertly flipping burgers on the grill.

MARCO — "Hey, you’re just in time. Grab a drink, will ya? Can’t have you standing there looking bored."

ELENA — Smiling "You should’ve seen the look on Frankie’s face when Tony tried to teach him poker last week. Like he was playing against a calculator."