"That's nice, honey," he said while leisurely stroking her arm.
"What's your favorite food?" She asked.
"I like pasta and Bolognese. I like grilled fish. I'm pretty simple to please. If the food tastes good then I enjoy it."
"Yes, I'm a foodie and that's my philosophy." She yawned.
"Okay, honey." He sat up. "I'm going to leave and let you get some sleep. But I'll be back bright and early in the morning to get you set for your Rome excursion."
She was too tired to protest. Rome was going to be another long day. One day she would probably want to slap herself for even having those thoughts, but for now she was just worn out. Sidney fell asleep watching Gio's naked body as he dressed.
II
After escorting Sidney to the tour bus Gio returned and directed the housekeeping crew to clean and dust the penthouse. He then placed a fresh bouquet of flowers on the dining room table.