Episode 43

Alberto patiently waited for Sonia to finish her work, observing her from across the room. Finally, she stretched her body and let out a satisfied sigh.

"Done," Sonia announced, looking at Alberto expectantly.

"Okay, let's go," Alberto said, handing her bag to her. "Where are we going to?" Sonia asked, packing her things.

"To meet someone," Alberto replied with a hint of mystery in his voice. Sonia raised an eyebrow and shrugged her shoulders.

Little did Sonia know, Luca had been eagerly waiting for their arrival at the coffee shop. Alberto had promised to introduce Sonia to Luca, and when he saw her enter the shop, a nervous smile spread across his face.

Alberto pulled out a seat for Sonia and took the one beside her. As they settled in, Luca broke the silence, "Hi Sonia."

"Hi Luca," Sonia greeted him in return.

With a slight stutter, Luca asked, "Uhmmm, well, how are you?"

Sonia cut straight to the point, replying, "Go straight to the point."

Taking a deep breath, Luca apologized, "