Chapter 40

Arianna arrived at the restaurant Maria had texted her to come to. Maria was already there waiting for Arianna. Arianna walked in and scanned the restaurant when she noticed a hand waving at her. Arianna smiled and left to meet Maria.  “Sorry I’m late” Arianna said as she had her seat. “It’s okay. Wow! I must confess, you look absolutely gorgeous tonight” “Thank you. Did I over dress for this dinner? “How do you mean? “I mean…do I look weird? “No you don’t and you didn’t over dress for this dinner. You look so beautiful. Maybe because I’m used to seeing you in office wears. That’s why” “Really? Okay. So did you place our orders already? “Yes I did. I actually made reservations before coming here, that’s why I asked you about your favorites” “Really? That’s so thoughtful of you. Sorry again. You must have waited for a very long time” “No. I’m just arriving” “Okay” “Good evening ma’am. Your orders are ready. I’ll serve them” said a waiter with a trolley. “Sure go ahead” Maria said “Oh my