"So, I'm supposed to take Chiara into town. Do you mind me just dropping you off at the studio? Of course I'll be back to bring you home," Elio said, as he drove into Aurivilla.
"No problem at all. I am a bit nervous though. Do you absolutely think I can do this?"
"I know you can. Uncle Damian will find you amazing. Oh, and also, Marcello said the car you want should be available in three days."
"Excellent! This is really happening. I'm so nervous, but also very excited. Yay!" She cheered nervously.
Elio laughed. "It's just really good to see you laughing again. When you first returned, I could tell you were holding back. This is the real you, Val. Fun, free, happy. Never change."
She pouted affectionately, and he laughed when he saw her face.
"If I get the job, I'll buy you whatever you want," she promised.
"That's a generous offer. Are you sure I'll get anything I want?"
"Try me."
"I like the sound of that," he chuckled.
