Samantha and the seven brothers

Part 23. Confrontation 1

In the hallway...

-What were you doing with Monica? Eduardo asked Luciano who rolled his eyes.

-Nothing at all, I don't know what you're talking about. Replied Luciano, already bored by the discussion.

-Don't lie to me Luciano, I saw you exchange looks throughout dinner! Eduardo insisted, which annoyed his brother.

-What I can do with Monica is none of your business, Eddy! So, don't meddle in my affairs! Said Luciano with a bit of anger.

-I'm sure you're up to something with this f...

-That's enough! Luciano interrupted him angrily. Have I ever asked you questions about your mysterious calls? No, right? So, don't meddle in my affairs either! He lost his temper while his brother remained silent.

-What's happening to you, Luciano? Eduardo asked calmly after a few seconds. You used to hate Monica, right?

-It's the past! I have changed now; Monica is our future sister-in-law, and we must treat her right! Luciano declared, hoping he had been convincing enough.

-Good! Said Eduardo to close this topic. And now tell me, what possessed you to tell Father that you or I could go to Paris in Maximiliano's place? Eduardo questioned severely, crossing his arms.

-Oh that! Nothing at all, it just came out! Luciano replied, scratching his head nervously.

-Because of you, I have to go abroad for two months! Do you think I planned this? Eduardo asked angrily.

-Listen, Eddy! You...

-Luciano, Eddy? Interrupted Alberta, who had just appeared in the hallway.

-Yes Nonna! Both brothers replied at the same time.

-Do you know where I can find Maximiliano? She asked without further delay.

-He might be at the gym! Eduardo Responded with doubt. Every evening...

-Thanks! Alberta suddenly interrupted him while she quickly took the path that led to the gym.

-She's weird! Luciano noticed. What's happening to her?

-No idea! Replied Eduardo, just as troubled as his brother.

-It's strange! Said Luciano, index finger on his chin.

-Luciano, I was telling you that...

While Eduardo was speaking, Luciano was thinking about his grandmother's attitude; she was looking for Maximiliano, it should surely have something to do with Sam...

-Luciano, are you listening to me?! Eduardo yelled, abruptly bringing his brother out of his thoughts.

-Yes, I'm listening to you! No need to shout, I'm not deaf! And then, stop complaining about the trip! Us, the Mondadori brothers have been used to taking business trips since we were fourteen, so two months in Paris isn't going to kill you! Luciano scolded before leaving.

-Where are you going, Luciano? We haven't finished talking!

-I'm going to go to sleep, I'm very sleepy! He yawned while continuing to walk.

-Luciano, come back here! Eduardo ordered but his brother had already disappeared from his field of vision.

Luciano had barely left when Eduardo's phone immediately started ringing; he smiled when he saw the number displayed on the screen, and he picked up without further delay.