(Chapter 115) A Mischievous Idea

Leone arrived at the destination in which Francesca had messaged him. A low-key coffee shop...

He stood outside and waited for her. Francesca told him to be there for 1... He arrived an hour earlier to sort out his nerves.

Meanwhile, Francesca was thinking the same thing. She messaged Leone to meet her at 1 so she would have time to scope out the cafe and also calm her nerves... So she was very surprised to see Leone sitting on a bench outside checking his phone.

'It's only 12.15! Is he that excited for today? I-Is it a d-d-date?' Francesca then shook her head. As she stepped out of her car.

She had her driver drive her today, for the reason she can't drive with her hand the way it is. When she stepped out, her hair fluttered in the wind.

Leone felt his attention grabbed by the sound of a car... And then the woman stepping out. She was obviously dressed up to disguise herself, a small sports cap, a sportier look then went against Francesca's normal look, and slightly different makeup. Most people wouldn't be able to tell it was the same film star they see on TV! But Leone recognized her immediately.

He stood up and walked to her. A smile plastered on his face. "Is this the place? Come in, let's order something." Leone said first in greeting, only he knew what else he wanted to say.

Francesca was surprised... But only nodded in agreement, as they both went inside the cafe...

They waited in line as the cafe was extremely busy this time of day. When they got to the barista, it seemed to be a very familiar face...

"Good afternoon! How may I help you?" She eyes the two customers in front of her, if she hadn't seen the other two earlier... Then she would be amazed by the ones in front of her.

But her trained eyes could see an awkwardness between the two, they both were good-looking and a well-tempered couple... But it probably was a new relationship.

"Ah, can I have simple black coffee with your best beans please... The lady with have a late with cream." Leone responded for them both.

Francesca blushed. 'Since when does he know all of my favorites? Has he been paying that much attention to me?' She couldn't help but wonder.

In reality, Francesca was the only person Leone went out with extremely often. He often ate with her more than his dormmates! So it was normal for him to know her preferences.

It was just that Francesca was too busy with work and stress to notice anything about the times they went out together, also keeping her identity on the low was extremely stressful.

"Right away! Please feel free to take a seat." The barista replied, as Leone and Francesca walked out of the line.

.......

*Cough* Lewis frowned and wiped Astrid's mouth with a napkin. "Are you okay?" He asked in a lower voice, afraid she would choke

Astrid just cleared her throat and put down her drink. "We don't seem to be the only visitors here today." Astrid said with a very happy tone.

Lewis raised his eyebrow and turned to where Astrid was looking... "Ah... He realized something then." Lewis nodded with a smile.

"Definitely, but I wonder if Francesca will say yes to him? The entertainment industry is harsh to women with male partners already. It would be tough for them." Astrid said as she picked up another one of the cakes to eat.

She must say, this cafe was very good. She had a twinkle in her eye every time she opened her mouth to eat. Seeing Astrid in such a good mood, Lewis was obviously beaming as well.

"Maybe... But at the end of the day. Leone is a Guilliano, although he stays out of the limelight he is still acknowledged. I would be surprised if they were met with much resistance." Lewis said as he then took a bite of the cake Astrid had.

"True... I'm more worried about Francesca though, she focused very hard on her career... And now she might face difficulties even though she had it easy... But then again, I guess that is why people have relationships with each other isn't it?" Astrid then went and kissed off the cream from Lewis's mouth.

The kiss was short but sweet, literally. Lewis could taste the coffee and sweets from Astrid's lips... "Mm, to love and to give the other support. Leone might be a little stupid and slow sometimes, but he is a loving person with a goal in his life now." Lewis... Praised his cousin?

Astrid chuckled, "I guess so. Oh look, Francesca is blushing. How cute." Astrid then took on her entertainment for the day...

Lewis sighed. Maybe he will never get over Astrid looking at other people apart from him. It made him crazy jealous... But she was the same, and a healthy dosage of jealousy was okay. It only would reaffirm their love for each other.

Unknown to Francesca and Leone, their conversation about their relationship... Was being videoed by Astrid to tease them with.

"I-I... Am an actress, you might be in the spotlight for wrong reasons for being with me." Francesca said worriedly, she knew some of the reactions people can get for being in a relationship.

Leone nodded. "I know, but remember. I'm have an identity that can shut them up. Also... Why should you care about other people's opinions on your personal life? Unless you go ahead and kill someone, why should they care who you are seeing?" Leone spoke in a smart, and warm way.

Francesca froze, she had almost forgotten. Leone had a strong identity behind him, and so did she. So those people... Really couldn't say anything about their relationship. She was stuck in thought thinking about his words.

Leone then sighed. "I understand your commitment to your job, I really do, but... I don't want you to hurt yourself over it... I know I'm being selfish, but seeing your hand makes me upset." Leone spoke with a sad smile on his face, as he looked at Francesca's bandaged hand.

Francesca blinked, then looked down at her hand. She loved her career, she loves acting as different personas. Even in a photoshoot, she can act slightly differently. But...

"I wouldn't worry about her again. I'm very sure Astrid is already planning something." Francesca said in a low voice, not fully addressing the issue.

Leone didn't react but just smiled. He could feel Francesca's passion for what she does, but as someone who cares about her. Getting injured like that was just unacceptable.

"And besides... I have to travel and work with other men... Are you okay with that?" Francesca asked with her head lowered.

Leone then suddenly reached and held her left hand. "You're busy working... I get it, I also will be busy. With the working with other men... You have never had a romance in a movie before, I trust in you." Leone spoke softly, making Francesca's heart melt.

Meanwhile, Astrid's eyes were shinning a mischievous light as she watched the entire interaction play out. "Hehehe, I might send it to her father... Mm, will he test Leone or plan a wedding? Fufu..." Lewis just shook his head, as he continued feeding Astrid with her food.