Gio Coleman knew that Julia Bluen was sizing him up, and he let her do so generously, without trying to present any false image, just being his natural self.
Sister-in-law...
That was why Adele Horne was now dining early with Gio Coleman in the Emperor Hotel.
In the quiet and elegant room, cooled by the steady flow of the air conditioner, not a hint of the heat wave outside could be felt.
The luxurious furnishings indicated that anyone dining here was a person of considerable means.
The table was laden with signature dishes from the Emperor Hotel.
Adele Horne was a regular here. She could name all the tastiest dishes without even needing to glance at the menu.
"Gio, do you have a girlfriend yet?" Adele Horne asked, her question a common one.
Weren't these the typical questions old classmates asked when they reunited?
