Chapter 55

LUCIANO’S POV

She was breathtaking walking into the restaurant. I was a fool putting her in those ridiculous dresses before. Well, maybe there was a time and place for those dresses.

“You look amazing.” I said to her, her cheeks felt warm against my palm.

I pulled out her chair and took mine.

“How did your meeting go?”

“It was fine. All the papers have been signed and Andrew is on his way back home.” I answered. I didn’t plan to talk about work tonight. I had enough of that already.

“He didn’t want to stay?” She sounded a little disappointed. What was that about?

“I didn’t want him to stay. Work is done, the next two days are for me and you.” I said, looking at her face for any expression. I knew she and Andrew were close, I didn’t think she would want to see him.

She seemed to be happy with my reason for sending him away. The waitress came over with some menus.

“Good evening sir, ma’am. I’ll be your waiter tonight. Can I start you off with some wine?”

“Yes, a bottle of Chate