Chapter 277: A Real Date

"You look ravishing, Athena."

Antonio declared softly, standing as Athena reached the table he had reserved for their date, her vibrant presence nearly taking his breath away.

She was wearing a stunning, form-fitting crimson dress that hugged her figure like a gentle embrace, the neckline dipping elegantly to showcase her collarbones and a hint of her décolletage. The fabric shimmered slightly as it caught the light, accentuating her every curve while cascading down to just above her knees.

Pairing the dress with strappy black heels that added height to her already perfect figure, she complemented her look with delicate silver jewelry that blinked softly with each movement.

Her hair was styled in loose waves that framed her radiant face, her makeup tastefully done—highlighting her eyes with smoky shadows that drew attention and full lips painted a soft pink.

When she had entered into the high-end restaurant, heads had turned, conversations had paused, and a collective breath seemed to be held as all eyes had fallen upon her.

Antonio felt a rush of pride, knowing she was his for the evening. The feeling was mixed with a tinge of anxiety as the sheer effect her beauty had on others didn’t escape him. The envious glances from other diners—women especially—spoke volumes about how striking she truly was.

"Thank you, Antonio," Athena replied, taking her seat, a modest smile gracing her lips as she accepted his praise.

She felt satisfied with her look, especially since she had managed to pull it off without Gianna’s help. Her friend had been preoccupied with the children, and Athena didn’t want to trouble her.

chuckled softly. "Antonio,

and

you show up looking like that? You know how I feel about you, yet here you are, throwing my heart into a frenzy, sending it

not," She said with a bright smile. "Why would

menu from the waiter and handing


urged confidently, but Athena’s mind strayed to the ice cream buckets she had transferred to the refrigerator as soon as

she had to tamp down on that craving while deciding on something spicy from

you hungry after a hectic day at work?" Antonio inquired, a

lingered, alongside something else she found hard to identify—or perhaps, something she

this city, you have been busier than I am..." She suggested, hoping to steer the conversation away from food

territory of settling down. I’ve been

now you know. I’m actually glad that you are doing this for yourself and that you’ve found something you love...

to pass it on to my younger brother. I could be

he okay with

would work to make another man rich instead of

of shape trying to please him, and it drove me to booze and casual affairs. But since meeting you, I discovered purpose; life

intrigued. "So,

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