Eric the marquis was saved and freed from unwanted brides. Even though he remains a target for matrimonial plans, his escape from the “chicken coop” succeeded. Only one thing is left: Erika is still a bride—just under a postponed contract. Besides, she has a very, very personal assistant—almost a family member already—whom she absolutely doesn’t want to let go. Otherwise, who will help the marquis’s son find a “pack” and learn how to beat people up? Who will supply the adored cherry jam for Rikkardo? Who will stop the intervention of that audacious mother? Where should the servants run for orders, Lex for help, the colleagues for predictions? Who should the family ghost share old secrets and current gossip with? Erika herself didn’t even notice how she got tangled up clear up to her ears—and became a friend, helper, assistant, and almost a “beloved future stepmother.” For the father, the son, and the family ghost di Cassano, there’s only the tiniest bit left: figure out how not to let her leave and bring her into the family for good. After all, there are many different brides—but she is one of a kind!