78. The interview

I stared at Giovanni intently, trying to read his expression. “Are you serious?”I asked cautiously.

“Yes” He said. I couldn't believe my ears, the company was finally fully mine. Giovanni wouldn't have his reigns over it anymore. I had dreamed of this moment but now that's it's finally here, I didn't feel so thrilled.

He met my gaze steadily. "You're also not going to Las Vegas with me, Emily."

I felt my temper flare. "You don't get to tell me what I can and can't do. I'm going, and you're not going to stop me." I crossed my arms defiantly.

Giovanni studied me for a moment, his brow furrowing slightly. "Is something wrong, tesoro? You seem...tense."

I let out a harsh laugh. "Oh, besides my uncle trying to jeopardize my entire company on a livestream, everything is just peachy," I said sarcastically.

"About that..." Giovanni began slowly. "Donatella has been arrested. The livestream situation has been taken care of."

I blinked in surprise. "Oh. Alright then." My uncle's antics were