Book 1: Chapter 85

Gabriella's face lit up with gratitude. "Thank you, Maria. It really does mean a lot to me. And I promise, you’ll be well compensated."

Maria nodded, a small smile forming on her lips. "Alright, I'll do it. For you."

"Then that will mean you will need to move into the Saviano's estate during the preparation time, I will discuss it with Enzo so you don't worry about it," Gabriella smiled. "Just get all your things ready," she added.

Maria nodded, getting on her feet with a smile on her face. "Now, what can I offer you, Miss?" 

"Maybe you can start by calling me Gabriella, I am sure we have had this conversation once upon a time and your excuse was Mr. Saviano wouldn't be pleased with that but now you can," Gabriella suggested. 

Maria chuckled softly. "Alright, Gabriella. Would you like some tea, coffee, or juice?"

"Tea would be nice, thank you," Gabriella replied.

Maria went to the kitchen to prepare the tea, and Gabriella took a mo