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CHAPTER I - CLAIR DE LUNE

PAXI

I like keeping a diary.

Yes, some people from my generation still enjoy it.

I guess I'm still clinging

to a romanticism that has faded in our age.

I feel so lucky to live in such a blessed place,

with such blessed people, full of talent and a zest for life.

Generally speaking, I consider myself to be part of a very fortunate generation,

having grown up free and fearless.

Now the truth.

I despise them all.

I want you to understand the world I grew up in

and the people who were considered progressive members

of an advanced society.

If you have money, you have no problems.

He's a man and he'll sleep around. It's natural.

If there's one thing I hope for, it's that my son won't end up being gay.

Imagine that.

As long as we're happy, who gives a shit about anyone else?

The poor girl isn't married, doesn't have any kids. What a shame!

Degrees and careers are important,

but a woman's mission is to have a family with children.

A woman's done when she turns 40.

Do what you like, just make sure no one finds out.

We need to make more money.

I grew up during the golden age of globalization and technology.

The only thing that mattered was that you lived in comfort.

The economy is thriving.

No vision, no aspiration.

Will I end up being the same when I'm older?

Oh my God, this growing up business is pure torture!

Most girls in my school have been having sex since 15,

they wear make-up,

they constantly post things on social media, they enjoy clubbing,

and their secret dream is to one day find a nice boyfriend

who will one day make a good husband.

That, to me, is revolting.

Why should I feel bad

because I want to do something different with my life?

As if that wasn't enough, the virus arrived.

Scientists in China are trying to determine

if a new virus strain is responsible for a pneumonia outbreak

in the city of Wuhan.

Human to human transmission.

The World Health Organization has officially called it COVID-19.

This one is scary, because it's a brand-new virus.

This is the worst public health crisis for a generation.

All these people, and probably more, died.

Europe has now become the epicenter of the pandemic.

I think we should acknowledge, from the perspective of a person my age,

the way they've ended up making this world is

shit.

- Hi, Annie. - Good morning!

But it's over now.

We're moving forward.

Summer has arrived and everything is slowly reopening.

As a tourist, you can't get to the island by ferry yet.

You have to take a water taxi.

People are still avoiding contact from the outside world, so anyone visiting

will find a car with the keys in the ignition waiting for them.

And usually, most visitors to our island are hideous.

Strange.

Excuse me, can I ask you something?

Do you know where I can find the village of Manesatika?

My cell phone has no reception.

Ah, I'm going there too.

You can follow me, if you like.

Okay. Thank you. Let's go.

I lied.

I was actually riding in the opposite direction of Manesatika.

But because I liked him, I decided to stall for time.

In less than two hours, everyone on the island

was aware of this new visitor

who was driving in that tiny turquoise car.

Or who was trying to drive it, anyway.

Okay, I admit it.

I'm not always so angry.

The truth is that our island has some stunning scenery.

Perhaps I'm just judging things a bit too harshly.

Was this route always so beautiful?

Strange.

I'd figured out where he was staying.

That village only has, like, five houses, and only one of them is unoccupied.

Hi, Grandma!

Where the hell have you been all this time?

I'm prepping the spanakopita but I'm out of spinach.

- It'll dry up! - Sorry Grandma. I'm going.

- Just, Grandma... - What?

Before I go, I wanted to ask you, were you in love with Grandpa?

Oh my goodness, so much! Why do you ask?

And was he your first?

Have you lost your mind? Why are you asking?

Was he your only one?

Well, of course! It was a different era back then.

And we were head over heels in love.

It was in the 1970s.

I was completely ignorant at the time.

Those were such good times.

I'm not going to lie.

We had such fun. We were hippies, traveling the world, this and that...

Oh...

Haris is the most talented person in our family, and the most youthful.

My grandma is ageless. It's weird that she's my grandma.

Again.

If I have any talent, I learned it from her.

She was never given the chance to showcase her own talent.

She sees in me everything

she never had the chance to experience in her own life.

Haris taught me music and how to play the piano.

Again!

It's the thing that keeps me alive.

I don't think there's anything more important than playing the piano.

Again.

I see.

Please excuse me for being so thorough, it's a guideline for everyone's safety.

Yes, I understand. Of course.

Can I call you Orestis?

- Yeah. - I'm Fanis.

Pleasure.

So, Orestis,

about our issue.

The EU, uh, provides funding opportunities

aimed at promoting art and culture on the island.

Mm-hmm.

Our island has hosted a music festival for years,

which was, of course, canceled this year.

We hope to celebrate the festival again in the near future.

To attract visitors,

boost local morale and improve my chances of being elected mayor,

I'm not going to bullshit you,

I'm running for mayor, elections are coming up.

I hope it all goes well.

It's a very pretty island.

- You'll have a great time. Any kids? - Nope.

That's okay. It's not required.

And are you married? Divorced?

In a relationship? Single?

I have no issues with any kind of diversity.

Everything's acceptable to me.

I traveled alone to the island. But, um... Does it make a difference to you?

Not at all. I tend to forget my manners.

I apologize, Orestis.

- I didn't mean to pry. - Not a problem.

Anyway, I'm glad you're here.

Get your bearings, get some rest too, and we can begin when you're ready.

If you need anything, I'll be right here.

This is my company's office, my political headquarters,

I assist the community from here.

At the very least, I do my best to assist.

- Okay. - And tomorrow,

come over to the house so we can get to know each other better.

Sounds good.

- Nice to meet you. - You too.

- Goodbye. - Bye.

Take this to Rena,

who doesn't cook and is useless.

This goes to Papadogianis.

And lastly, the stuffed tomatoes go to Polixeni.

And don't ask her for any money.

Wait, wait. Let me put some bread in.

Hey, he just got here, now. Come on!

He's here!

- He's on his way! - What's wrong, Ma? Are you losing it?

Stop talking, he's coming!

Thank the Lord.

That's it.

At last, that virus brings us something good.

Miss Maria's?

- Over there. - Ah. Thank you.

Hello.

You're welcome here.

Such beautiful music!

Well, glad you like it.

Carmen.

Amazing.

Callas.

She's my idol.

- So, I'm Maria. - Hi, Miss Maria.

I'm Orestis.

I came to help organize the music festival.

Yes, I know, I know, and...

- This is my son, Spyros. - Hi, Spyros.

And this is, uh, Charalambos, my husband.

Hello, sir.

Charalambos.

I was told you were supposed to give me the key to the old school.

- Yes, right here. - Great.

There you go.

It's an amazing school.

It's ready to go, clean, and I've opened all the windows.

By the way, if you need an assistant,

I'd love to support your work, keep that in mind.

I used to be in church choir,

but I'm tone-deaf.

I'm really great at organizing things, though.

Uh, great. I'll keep that in mind and I will be in touch, Miss Maria.

Well, I'm off.

It was great meeting you.

- See you soon! - Take care.

Yes.

My mother and I aren't getting along very well.

Maybe because I'm not the way she wants me to be.

Then again, she's not the way I want her to be either.

She's constantly sad and that makes me sad.

He's a great doctor and a trusted friend, Sofia.

You have nothing to worry about.

Yes, I'm sure.

We can still leave if you change your mind.

You have time to think it over.

I haven't been a good mother for my own two kids.

I wouldn't be for a third one either.

Does he know I brought you here?

Yes.

I didn't know you two had rekindled...

It's not like that.

It was just a mistake and today it's going to be over.

At my age, who would have thought?

I'm sorry, you know?

I'm really sorry about all this.

I had no one else to turn to.

I know.

We're ready. Please, follow me.

There are many things we don't know about our parents,

that we'd probably not like if we found out.

So, we just block it out

because we can't deal with it.

Do you know the difference between a parent and a child?

Choice.

A child can't choose their parents.

However, a parent can choose whether or not to have a child

and how to raise them.

Klelia changed the password, now we're locked out of Netflix.

- Mom, where have you been? - So then Mom, can I use your account?

In Corfu.

I was busy all day, between the tax office and the lawyer.

- How did it go? - Fine.

I'm going to go lie down.

The sea was choppy on the way back and I feel a little queasy.

"abba1975", all lower case.

- Abba? - The band.

With two Bs.

- Yeah, Abba. Give it. - Hold on!

- Abba! - I'm typing, you'll block it again!

- Come on, let me do it. - Unblock it already.

- Jesus, you're getting on my nerves. - Do it, just do it.

How are you?

Fine.

Are you in pain?

A little.

It will pass.

I'm fine.

Did anyone see you?

No.

I shouldn't have listened to you.

I should have come with you, I wanted to.

I want to sleep now.

Fanis,

I'm really tired.

They're an amazing couple.

With love, honesty, respect.

And above all, they set a great example for their kids.

Psst.

- You like it? Don't I look great? - Gorgeous.

Did you know that Abba band?

Yeah. Are they asleep?

Yeah.

- Who's going to get that spanakopita? - Shh, no one!

- Come on. - What?

- Wait for me outside! - Okay, I'll go.

My brother is so quirky,

with a great sense of humor and a self-deprecating wit.

He's also terrified, just like I am.

And he's also different,

just like I am.

I got to get going.

Let's have a smoke first, then we'll go.

We're not bothering anyone.

Your girlfriend wouldn't agree.

Come on, dude.

Don't be such a queer.

What we have is ours alone.

It won't last long.

You're right.

Do you know the band Abba? They're from the '70s.

Why don't you get a girlfriend too? Get rid of all your troubles.

- Would that really make me less queer? - You're gayer than I am.

- No one would ever wonder about me. - Oh, fuck off, Spyros. Later.

- What do you want me to tell you? - Nothing.

You're where you need to be.

Stay with Yianna, have a kid and keep selling pot on the island.

Now, do you know who the fuck Abba is or not?

SPYROS

What is it?

Did you smoke all the pot on your own?

I know Abba. I don't like them at all.

Next year you'll be away in some college

and I'll be stuck on this island, selling pot.

Or, who knows? I could also

get married and have a kid with Yianna,

as I won't have any other choice.

- Have a good night. - Don't go.

Come on. You're just stoned.

Tomorrow you'll act as if nothing happened.

Yeah,

but still don't go now.

Hey, they're really good, aren't they?

Yeah.

The only problem is,

I can't guarantee that they'll all be there

when the festival starts.

I mean, some of them might have left the choir already.

I got it, Miss. Maria.

Got a second?

Hi, Fanis.

I'll be quick. I stopped by to thank you for what you did for Sofia.

No, the doctor has already been paid.

I only went there because she didn't want to go alone.

I should have been there with her.

She refused.

She must have had her reasons.

She's fine.

She's staying in bed today, but she's much better.

Glad to hear that.

Anyway, I would like...

I'd still like to donate to the medical center.

That shouldn't be a problem, should it?

For medicines, anything you need.

- The island needs an X-ray machine. - Fine.

I'll order one and let you know.

Any other requirements?

We don't need anything else.

You don't have to pay me anything.

I don't want to waste any time.

No, I understand. It's really nice, really nice. And what's over there?

- Is that the music guy? - He's here?

Yes, he's talking with your father.

He'll be gone before the festival starts.

Stop it, okay?

Why are you changing?

Because I'm sweaty.

Should I put this on?

- Hello. - Orestis, this is my wife, Sofia.

Hello.

Really nice to meet you.

- Are you settled in? Please! - Yes, I am. It's lovely, here.

You have an amazing house, Sofia.

Yeah, thank you very much.

It belonged to my great-great-grandfather.

He inherited and renovated it when we moved in with the kids.

At first, we were based in Athens.

But then, Fanis had to travel to Corfu frequently for work, so...

- Work? - Yes, pleasure boats.

We build them. It's a family business, many years now.

Our main clients are Italian, so we're closer to them here.

Anyway, let us cheers.

Cheers.

Welcome, Orestis.

Sofia's mother is from here.

And so, really made the decision to bring our kids here.

And now that I'm running for mayor, I hope it goes well.

Yeah.

She hates my political involvement.

Although,

it gives me the chance to do things

that are outside the scope of my line of work.

It's something that'll be able to change a place, even if only slightly.

The truth is, people really love him.

We should show him around the island.

Guys!

So, tell us. How was your first day?

It was interesting.

Hmm. Are you saying, only the elderly showed up?

And Maria appointed herself as my right hand.

Oh, my God!

- She's a very nice woman, though. - It's true, but her husband is not.

Are you coming?

Orestis,

meet our children, Antonis

and Klelia.

Ah, Klelia. You're the girl with the scooter

who took me to Manesatika when I arrived.

Yeah.

Antonis plays the guitar.

Bass guitar.

And he has an excellent voice.

And Klelia is an exceptional pianist.

Yeah, you can call us a musical family.

What kind of music are you into?

Anything. Jazz, rock, classical music. What do you listen to?

Spanish Love, The Menzingers, Touché Amore, Cigarettes After Sex...

Metallica, Joy Division, Smiths, Pixies...

Twenty One Pilots?

- No, I don't know them. - What are you two talking about?

And you, Klelia, any music?

Uh, Cohen,

uh, Lana Del Rey, Amy Winehouse...

Our Klelia prefers classical music, you know?

You like classical music?

- A lot. - Debussy?

Yeah.

I have to tell you that Klelia has a unique talent on the piano.

Dad, you said that.

And now that school is over and she has more time to practice,

it would be a shame not to, right?

What's the point? We've spent years practicing together.

Orestis, this is my mother, Haris.

It's a pleasure.

Hello.

I'm really happy, Orestis,

we finally have a genuine musician on our beautiful island.

My mother is very talented, also.

All I have is a talent for patience.

Don't listen to her, she was the only one

who insisted on bringing a music teacher to the island.

Out of despair.

Orestis, will you have dinner with us?

But I haven't prepared anything.

No, that's okay, you don't need to...

It's not a big deal, we'll make something quick.

Uh, there's spanakopita left over from yesterday

and I can fix us a salad.

Mm, why not? I haven't had spanakopita in a while.

So, that's settled.

You're staying for dinner.

How about you guys?

- We're going out. - Again?

Dad, it's Valia's birthday, she's invited us.

See you around.

See you, Klelia.

- See you guys. - Bye, Antonis.

I've already secured two musicians for you,

for your group.

I'll ask all the parents to bring their children tomorrow.

- It wouldn't hurt them. - Okay.

Orestis, let's take a walk.

I'd like to show you something.

So, right here, this is the house, as you can see.

And these are the gardens. This was my father-in-law's.

When we chose to relocate here, we decided to renovate it entirely.

My mother-in-law lives there, behind those trees.

Ah, I go everywhere in this. I just love it.

If I lived in Athens, I'd be driving a car. Here, I have this.

Wow, Fanis, you're so lucky. It's a very nice boat.

You know, man, I'm so glad that you're here on this island.

No, I mean it.

I mean, I have no one to talk to out here.

And the other day I gave you the cold shoulder.

I was just trying to play hardball.

Listen, guys.

I'm here to help any of you who are interested in music.

Not necessarily to study music or become a professional musician,

but mostly because I know that you used to have a music festival

on the island for many years, and I'm here to set it up again.

And also, because this island is a fan of music.

Well said.

Only foreigners play in this festival.

It's about time Greeks came as well.

Yeah, I don't want you to think of this as a music lesson.

I also don't want to start talking to you about music theory

because I know how boring it is

and I'm guessing most of you aren't here voluntarily.

However, I do know that some of you

are more knowledgeable about music than others.

And also, I've learned that you have some kind of band.

So, how about doing it like this?

I thought of combining it all.

Meaning, your band, the island's philharmonic orchestra,

the choirs... You like that?

That's an amazing idea!

They're just shy.

What do you listen to?

Do you like any songs?

Okay,

if you want, we can cover some of the songs that you like,

play some music that I'll write, and we can bring it all together

and come up with a schedule for the music festival.

How about we take a break and...

Wait a minute, wait a minute! Wait a minute.

Let me explain. One second.

Let's take a ten, fifteen-minute break

so you can come up with a playlist with all your favorite songs and music,

then come back so we can discuss it together. Hm?

I don't want to push you, huh?

But if you need anything, I'll be here.

See you again in ten minutes, okay?

They're probably gone.

I figured that out, Maria.

Do you listen to Paola?

She has a very nice voice.

How we switched from Callas to Paola that fast,

I'll never know.

Very nice, sweetheart.

Charalambos.

Hi, Fanis.

All is well?

I delivered it yesterday.

Yeah, I was told.

That's why I'm here.

This is yours.

How about you offer me a drink?

I can do that.

And, uh, since we're alone,

I'd like to talk to you about another matter.

I trust all is well with your boy?

Yeah.

I hope Spyros doesn't know anything.

And what exactly would he know?

Fair enough.

I don't like him hanging out with my son at all.

Why?

They've been friends a long time.

A man should know what's going on in his own house.

What do you mean?

They're still young.

And if they make mistakes now, they'll pay for them later.

I don't know about Spyros,

but I want Antonis to study.

And lead a normal, prosperous life.

If you want the same future for your son,

you better tighten Spyros' leash.

They're not good for each other.

And you don't need to tell Maria about our conversation.

This is a matter between fathers.

I'm out of here.

Everything we talked about stays between us, okay?

I'll let you know soon about the next drop.

Where's Mom?

Mom?

I'm coming.

Mom?

I'm...

Son, please wait!

If you touch her again, I'll kill you.

Someone wrote that during the pandemic,

when everything was at a standstill because of the lockdown,

the skies were so clear that you could see the Dark Ages coming back.

I guess the Dark Ages never left this island.

- Welcome. - Hello.

Is anybody here yet?

No one. And I don't think anyone's coming.

I'm sure they'll come around, they're just not music lovers.

- I... I'll wait outside. - Okay.

- I... I wanted to tell you... - Yes?

...that I'm sorry for what happened.

What do you mean? You did nothing.

I did.

I put both of us in an awkward position.

I wasn't thinking. I feel bad.

- I'm sorry about that. - It's fine, really.

I don't blame you for anything.

No one needs to feel guilty, neither of us. Are we good now?

Can I call you by your first name?

It's usually what I ask people to do.

Are you trying to make me feel comfortable

so you won't get in trouble?

No, so you won't feel awkward,

and I won't feel awkward.

- Unless that's what you want. - No, not at all.

Okay. So let's not talk about it anymore.

I don't want you to think that...

I'm not thinking anything.

Klelia, listen.

I don't know you

but you seem nice.

If there's one thing I do know,

is that I don't want any trouble or misunderstandings between us.

Don't you worry.

You think we can make this work?

You have my word.

Okay.

You can play if you want.

No one else is coming anyway.

Hm?

I'd like that.

Sometimes, I don't write everything down exactly as it happened.

The truth is the first time that I met him was not when he came to the island.

CORFU

We were in Corfu for one of my dad's openings.

For me, that trip was a chance to do the thing

that all of my friends had already done, but I was too afraid to do.

Nobody knew me in Corfu.

The more impersonal, the better.

Thank you.

GOOD EVENING

HELLO

WE'RE SO CLOSE

I'VE RENTED AN APARTMENT IN TOWN

150 METERS AWAY

IT'S MY FIRST TIME USING AN APP

I'M NOT SURE HOW IT WORKS

YOU'RE DOING FINE

I DON'T DO THAT OFTEN

WANT TO GO OUT FOR A DRINK?

NO

WANT TO COME OVER?

YES

Good evening.

It's my first time meeting someone through one of these apps too.

May I come in?

Yes, of course. Come in.

What should I call you?

I get it.

Do you want a drink?

Vodka.

Vodka.

Your nickname, Clair de Lune.

What made you choose it?

I like it.

Mm-hmm.

Something you're looking for?

A camera.

That's not really my style. On the rocks?

- Yes, on the rocks please. - Okay.

You can take the mask off, if you want.

It's safe, right?

Is any of this safe?

- Here's to you. - To us, you mean.

- Are you from here? - I'm not.

Isn't it a bit dangerous to show up at a stranger's house so casually?

If you were any different, I'd have run for my life.

Oh, yeah? Should I be flattered, somehow?

My brother knows I'm here. If something were to happen to me...

Your brother?

- How old are you? - And you?

Something tells me I'm way older than you.

That's not necessarily a bad thing.

Hmm...

I'm staying in Corfu for a few more days.

Well, I'm leaving tomorrow.

Should I know more or have we covered everything?

We've covered everything.

What's the matter?

Is it your first time?

How old are you?

- Don't you think we should stop now? - Why?

No, don't worry, it's not you.

- Did I do something wrong? - It's me.

You did nothing wrong. It's my fault.

But now we have to stop, please. You should go.

You better leave.

So you're not interested in me?

Alright. Fine.

Can I stay and finish my drink or do you want me to leave now?

I'd rather you left.

I really wasn't expecting someone so reserved to be using this app.

- Will you tell me your name now? - I won't.

You don't need to feel uncomfortable...

I don't, I just don't feel like sleeping.

I'm not a little girl, I'm an adult.

Really? How old are you?

I'm 18.

God damn it.

- I'm almost 30 years older than you. - You look younger.

- You're killing me. - I said it on purpose.

So while your parents are sleeping,

you managed to sneak out and no one knows you're here?

Would it really be so wrong if I attracted you?

Who said it wasn't the case?

Then why do you care? It's just one night.

Have you had many nights like this?

What is your job?

I'm a musician.

What? You like that?

I had imagined tonight very differently in my mind.

Me too.

I'm trying to remember how I was 30 years ago.

Back then we didn't have these apps. And no Internet, I think.

You're too old indeed, sir.

True. Orestis.

No, I haven't had many nights like this.

I'm not exactly like the other girls of my generation.

- What's so different about you? - My imagination.

And it's true, this isn't me at all.

I'm playing it too cool, when I'm not.

I'm disappointed. I'm out of here.

What about Clair de Lune?

Do you know the story?

Yep.

So you know music.

Yeah.

Goodnight.

Will you be okay once you leave here?

Mind if I kiss you?

Just a kiss.

Yeah, I'll be fine.

See you.

Everyone has something to hide that they're not proud of.

And I guess, as people get older,

the more things they need to hide.

And just like that,

we met again.

Who knows?

This summer could be the best yet.