Chapter 563 - House hunting (2) (1/2)

~ Los Angeles ~

JoAnna and Bridgette went to see an exquisite Mediterranean style villa on a three acre lot.

Just as Steve said in the email, when they reached iron gate and said that Mrs. White is here to see the house, whoever got the message swiftly opened the gate for them.

JoAnna was not complaining anymore when Jeff addressed her as Mrs. White. He even introduced her like that to people. She said that he might be jinxing them, but he shrugged it off saying that it's now or in two months... what is the difference? JoAnna decided not to argue with him on this. It's not worth it.

Spectacular circular motor court with a huge fountain in the middle and parking for over twenty cars is impressive. Colorful blooms around the driveway mixed in with lush landscape and lawn is impressive.

Grand foyer with domed skylights made JoAnna like the place already.

Villa looked empty, but they didn't mind. Security people followed them, and few went in front to ensure their safety.

Everything inside and out was done with high end luxury finishes.

Just as they were about to enter deeper into the villa, another car pulled in. A man in early thirties came out of the car. He was wearing a white shirt with a necktie and light gray pants. He introduced himself as Enrique, the real estate agent. Security checked his ID and called someone to verify. Only after man on the phone gave a small nod, they let Enrique inside villa, to approach JoAnna and Bridgette.

”Hi, if you decide to buy this property, you will work with me. I represent current owners.”, he flashed a charming smile while introducing himself to JoAnna and Bridgette. His short dark hair was neatly combed back, and his hazel eyes were fixed on JoAnna.

JoAnna assumed that he is looking at her because he knows that she is the potential buyer.

He joined them while they toured the villa. Enrique kept a respectable distance and didn't try to initiate any talk with girls. He was not too close and not too far away either. Girls were going through the villa as if he is not there.

Out of twelve bedrooms, ten are suites. Villa has a home theater, massive indoor gym with basketball court, game room, and garage parking for ten cars. Basement is massive with a vine cellar, huge open area, and six large non-furnished rooms. There is a separate building for maids and other house staff. The back of the house is facing resort-like lagoon style pool with a waterfall, spa, sauna, outdoor kitchen and expansive sitting and entertainment areas surrounded with beautifully landscaped grounds and a tennis court further in the back.

On their way out, they bid farewell to Enrique and he gave JoAnna his card. JoAnna passed the card to Bridgette and said that they will be in touch.

Enrique watched them drive away with a complex expression. For a split second he frowned and a sinister glint appeared in his eyes and then his lips curved into a smirk.

”I will ask Jeff to come and see this place as well. If it's up to me, we are moving in here tomorrow.” JoAnna laughed while heading back to the penthouse. ”No, no… today. I would move in here today.” She likes the place very much.

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As soon as Jeff returned from work, JoAnna started talking about the Mediterranean style villa she saw with Bridgette earlier that day. She was telling him all the details and how she thinks it's just right, and more than that.

Jeff was happy to hear that JoAnna likes the place. He checked all property listings before sending them to her, and he finds any of those acceptable.

”How about other ones?” He noticed that she is talking only about that one property.

She didn't want to hide it from him, he can find out anyway. ”I didn't go to see any other property. I don't want to. This one is perfect. It has everything on both of our lists, and much more, and it's close to work. When can you join me so that we see it together?”

Jeff wanted to say that there is no need for him to go because if she is happy, he is happy. But he knows that she wants him to be part of the process. ”How about first thing tomorrow morning?”

JoAnna beamed and vigorously nodded.

~ White family villa ~