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"Her sister Evelyn is a doctor," he adds.
My stomach tightens with nerves at the thought of meeting these accomplished women. "Wow, they both sound incredibly smart," I admit.
Giovanni glances at me and gives a reassuring smile. "Don't feel intimidated or doubt yourself. They just had opportunities to go to school. If given the same chances, you would be just as successful in a career of your choosing."
His words ignite a spark inside me, making me think about going to college. Could I attend classes while I'm here?
Before I can dwell on that thought, Giovanni pulls up in front of a quaint little café. A kind-looking woman sits outside, waving to him. She is very pregnant, and though she appears uncomfortable, there is a sense of happiness radiating from her. This must be Isabella. Her long red hair cascades down her back, and her green eyes twinkle with warmth. She wears a stylish maternity dress that hugs her baby bump.
Sitting next to her is another woman, presumably her sister Evelyn. She has shorter, strawberry blonde hair and a sharp, intelligent gaze in her green eyes. Dressed in a crisp blazer and slacks, she exudes an air of confidence that's both impressive and slightly intimidating.
"Have fun," Giovanni tells me as he parks the car. "Text me when you're ready for me to pick you up, and I'll come over."
"Thanks," I reply, trying to hide the nervousness in my voice. "It's nice having a chauffeur for a change."
"Mind your manners," he warns playfully, but his eyes linger on my shoes as I exit the car. I take my time, enjoying the attention he's giving me.
I shut the car door and make my way over to the women, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. We exchange warm smiles, and they beckon me inside the quaint little café. As we settle into the last booth at the back for privacy, I find myself intrigued by the lively conversation between the sisters.
"Tell us about your family, Lulu," Isabella asks, her eyes filled with genuine curiosity.
I hesitate, unsure how much to reveal. "Well, I have a younger sister. My father isn't around much these days, but I keep in close contact with my mother."
The sisters don't seem to be aware of my current living situation, and I wish I could be more open with them. But I can't risk getting Giovanni into trouble, even if Primo might already know and have told his wife.
"I think we've met before, haven't we?" Isabella remarks, a smile playing on her lips.
"Uh, yes, briefly," I admit, remembering our encounter at the mansion.
"So, you're working as Giovanni's assistant, right?" Evelyn inquires, her green eyes sparkling with interest. "How's that going? I hear the Maldonado brothers can be quite serious."
I chuckle nervously. "Yes, they can be, and it's been an interesting experience so far."
"Serious, but sexy," Evelyn adds with a grin, causing me to blush. "I still haven't found an intense, rich guy to take care of me."
We all laugh, and the conversation shifts towards their careers. I'm eager to learn more about what drives these successful women.
"Isabella, how do you like being a lawyer?" I ask.
"Well, there are aspects of it that I love, but there are also parts that can be frustrating," she admits.
"Ugh, don't get me started on lawyers," Evelyn groans. "They're ruining the medical field with all these lawsuits."
"Hey, I won't argue with that," Isabella says, chuckling. "There are definitely some bad apples out there."
The sisters then ask what I'd like to do with my life, and I find myself bashful about sharing my dreams.
"I never had the opportunity to go to college," I confess. "But I've always wanted to."
"Really? How old are you?" Evelyn asks.
"I'm 23," I reply.
"That's plenty of time," Isabella assures me. "What are you interested in?"
"Computers, actually," I say, feeling a little more confident. "I've been learning a lot from Giovanni. He's very clever."
"Ah, perfect! You should look into taking some classes," Evelyn encourages, her eyes shining with excitement.
