Matteo

ℂ𝕙𝕒𝕡𝕥𝕖𝕣 14.

Antonio's restaurant was both elegant and welcoming. The interior was filled with historic art and photographs which seemed like they were of the owner's family. And all of them were hung all over the wall proudly, showing how much family mattered to the owner. It seemed to be a family owned business that had passed on to generation after generation. 

Aria could see the love and care that has passed along with the business. It was a beautiful place to relax and have a meal, something she never imagined Matteo coming to. But then again maybe he came her for her - Sofia. Just thinking about the young girl ad how she hugged Matteo boiled Aria's blood once again. She had no idea why her body was reacting this way, it wasn't like she was getting married to Matteo because she liked him or anything. It was a marriage of convenience,  an arranged marriage in which both of them were forced to marry one another no matter what or how one felt. Then why hope for more when she knew he would never give her more than the title of Mrs. Cortiano.

Aria took in a deep breath as she slowed down her pace, not sure which direction to go and in seconds she felt Matteo's warm hand gently circle her tiny waist from behind. "This way princess." Matteo whispered gently close to her ear and an involuntary shiver ran down her spine at his touch causing her to inhale in sharply. She shifted as Matteo guided her to the side of the restaurant to VIP room.

It took everything in her not to stop herself from pushing Matteo's hard muscular body away from her. She wanted to yell at him to get lost and at the same time she wanted to keep him close to her. His touch was doing something to her and she wasn't sure if she hated it or loved it.

Matteo had no idea what caused Aria's mood to change suddenly as she rushed passed him and into the restaurant. Maybe she was not comfortable around Leo and that's why she rushed inside, away from him. Although he was curious for the reason but he still kept his questions to himself as followed his little firecracker. 

He casually circled his arm around Aria and felt her suck in a sharp air as he lead her to the VIP room that was usually booked for him. He pulled the chair out for Aria and notice the shock on her face, seeing that disappointed him. He might be rude to her but he would never forget his manners and she was going to be his wife and he would always respect her and treat her right, until she pokes the beast in him then all the bets are off the table. He schooled his face expression and waited patiently as she took the seat and then moved to his seat, right opposite to hers. 

"Should I get two of your usual Matteo?" Sofia asked as she entered the room with two set of menu card in her hand. "Or would you like to order something different Aria?" She later added as she glanced at Aria and smiled warmly at her. Sophia's tone was sweet and they way she spoke to Aria it felt like they were old buddies or so.

Although Aria had no idea why this girl, Sofia was getting super friendly with her and why for some reason it was getting on her nerves. "It's Ms. Masello for you. and stop flirting with my husband will you." Aria replied irritatedly not able to stop herself as she looked straight at Sofia. "And can I have the menu or do you always order for all your guests?"  

The soft welcoming smile dropped right off Sofia's face and paled in seconds, making Aria feel instantly bad. But before she could say anything more hurtful Sofia rushed in with her reply."..uh.. I am .. I am sorry Ms. Masello... I didn't mean.." Sofia quickly moved, stepping closer to the table and handed Aria the menu card and then quickly excused herself only after informing them to press the call button once they were done deciding.

 Aria felt bad, she wasn't the type of girl who spoke rudely to people, let alone accusing a total stranger for flirting with her husband. She had no idea what caused this reaction as  she had never even yelled at anyone except Matteo. HIM, things have been changing a lot ever since He had entered her life. Biting back her lips, as she stopped herself for rushing to apologise which was in her nature. Anytime she made a mistake or unintentionally hurt  someone's feeling she would instantly apologize to them - It was a habit her mother had taught her. Her mother always said, make sure to apologies instantly if you know you have done something wrong or if you had hurt someone with your action. As only GOD knows when you will ever meet him/her again and apologise. Or even worse, what if you never meet them ever again but the guilt dear will hurt you for the rest of your life.