Entwined With the Villainous Guardian
Chapter 346: Changed Opinion

Chapter 346: Changed Opinion

After having lunch together, Lionel left. Lionel tried to convince her to attend the premier, once again.

"You only want me to attend so that Gabriella can come, right?" Viviana asked. Otherwise, he had no incentive to ask her to the extent of begging. It’s not like anyone would know her in his field and she’s a celebrity.

And no, she knew for sure that he did not want his association with the Vitale family known either. He’s a big name in Hollywood. He’s his own man with a great support system.

The only reason he would want her there is for Gabriella’s sake. She can do that for him but she expected something in return. He should at least pass the information to Leander.

Or Leon Michaels as he calls himself now.

Leon... Leon...

The nerve of that guy to name himself after her dead friend! Well, to speak on his side, all the "Leo" adjacent names were all taken. One is his friend, another is her brother, another is his dead name... Are there any more names with Leo in them? She didn’t think so.

"Get Leon Michaels, Nellie. I’ll never be the third wheel. What am I even going to do in the premiere?" she asked.

"Er...Watch the movie, perhaps! And maybe meet the stars...?" Lionel smiled. "I’ll give you the first-row seat, next to me."

"Why? To cause speculation?" she scoffed.

"Everyone knows who you are. Your brand designed the wedding dress in the movie. We are expecting that dress to become an iconic dress, like Sarah Jessica Parker’s wedding gown and Marilyn Monroe’s white subway grate dress...."

"I know it will be," Viviana was sure of that. "I put my input in the design."

In a way, that wedding dress is something she wished for as a child. She would think a lot of little girls and young women would prefer that dress. Everyone loves a wedding dress whether they like to be married or not. There is a reason the wedding industry is a billion-dollar industry and there are exclusive stores for wedding dresses.

Lionel pressed his lips as he noticed the disappointment hanging in the corner of her eyes.

They never had a proper wedding, did they? She never got to wear a pretty white dress like her character does in the movie. And she is holding resentment over it.

Lionel couldn’t even blame her. Which woman wouldn’t want a wedding? Women like his movies for the happy wedding ceremony at the climax. Everyone loves a happy ending. And a wedding is considered a happy ending.

Lionel left in the evening with Leonardo. They made plans for a game. Viviana didn’t ask them what game; She didn’t care much.

On the way, Lionel sent a text to the number he stored as "Leo"

[She’s attending only with Leon Michaels. Your decision.]

"You are in contact with him," Leonardo said taking a peek at Lionel’s phone.

"You want his number?" Lionel asked. He wouldn’t want to have any dealings with the Vitale family, but since it was personal, he didn’t mind. He’s seen how much the Vitale family cares for Bellissima.

Leonardo waved his hand. Why would he need that guy’s number? He’s a thief who is trying to steal his sister and niece from him!

That weekend, Viviana left for Abenney. Leonardo accompanied her. She could see that her father was choking on his emotions. But he understood she had to leave.

"You’re welcome anytime, Dad," she hugged and kissed him.

"I know," Vito hugged her back.

Little Ziya didn’t understand everything but she could sense the tense situation. She hugged her pop-pop tightly and kissed him just like her mother did. Then she jumped to her uncle. As if she sensed that they were leaving them, she didn’t let go of Leonardo.

They left in the Vitale family’s private jet. The dogs were a little restless at the beginning of the flight even though they were sedated. But soon they fell asleep.

Ziya was scared at first. Viviana tried to hold her but she didn’t leave Leonardo’s embrace. Leonardo talked to her in a soothing voice calling her strong and brave. Ziya held back her tears and ended up falling asleep on Leonardo’s chest.

Viviana got up to put Ziya on the bed.

"It’s fine." Leonardo gestured for Viviana to take the seat. He wanted to hold the baby a little longer.

"You’ll be a good father, Leonardo," Viviana said.

"You think so?" Leonardo looked at her. A smile bloomed on his face.

"For real," she said.

She meant what she said. He was extremely good with Ziya. She didn’t expect Leonardo would be this good with babies. He never took the diaper duties or feeding duties, but he would make games out of simple things and keep Ziya immersed for a very long time. He didn’t mind getting silly for her. He would roll on the ground for her; To see her laugh.

He’s a good guy.

"I really wish you’d marry and have a lot of kids, Leonardo. You should give me a chance to be the cool aunt too," she said.

Leonardo said nothing. Viviana was glad he said nothing. That means he was thinking about it. His opinion about marriage and love has changed. If he has started to think about starting a family, then he will do it once he finds the right woman.

"What do you think about that one... Barnes?" he asked.

"You like her?" Viviana was excited. That woman might not like her but if Leonardo likes her, then it might work out between them. "Ask her out on a date. Like a proper date and proceed from there," she said.

"Date, huh?" Leonardo looked at the floor in contemplation.

"Dinner date? Movies? What do wealthy people do anyway?" she asked.

"I think the same... It would be more private... Maybe I can take her out on my yacht. I can have my chef cook for us while we watch a movie... Or maybe I can take her to a premiere. Isn’t there a Marvel movie or James Bond~"

"Whoa! Won’t there be photographers in a premier? I think a premier would be somewhere you announce your relationship status, not bring someone on the first date," she interjected him.

"You are right," Leonardo sighed.

He is Leonardo Vitale. He never brought women when he attended premiers. He didn’t want to put unnecessary stress on her on their first date.

Viviana and Leonardo discussed it for some time. Leonardo was pretty excited about their first date. Viviana wished him the best. Their father was happy with her too. Maybe she would be perfect for Leonardo.

She already dreamed of Leonardo’s wedding. Ziya would make a beautiful flower girl.

Awww...