54 Ta-Da (1/2)

”You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because the reality is finally better than your dreams.” Dr. Seuss

”Let us always meet each other with smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.” Mother Theresa

The now third most popular actress in Una City smiled and closed the journal in her hand after she read the quotes by Dr. Seuss and Mother Theresa. Natalia Omalu came across the two quotes the week before, whilst browsing through Twitter and saved them for inspiration.

She had been extremely busy with work and could not make time to come to the Zi's for dinner or even message Alex. Shooting the movie in Italy went well. The movie would be released the following year in January.

Even though Talia felt hurt that Alex had rejected her first love confession, she was still hopeful. After arriving from Italy on Monday she decided to head to the mansion for dinner. She had not seen Alex for a month and really missed him.

Filled with optimism, Talia waited for Wednesday to see him. She knew Alex frequently went back to the mansion for dinner on that day and arranged her schedule, so she could visit the Zi mansion around dinner time.

She stepped out of her car, walked gracefully to the door and rang the bell. When the housemaid opened the door, there was an astonished look on her face which Talia noticed.

”Miss Natalia welcome. Does Madam Zi know you're coming today?” She welcomed Talia nervously.

”No, I wanted to surprise her. I just came back on Monday. Is anyone home?” Talia replied, entertained.

”Well, they're about to sit down for dinner, Madam Zi did not tell me you were coming…” The housemaid replied not sure whether to invite Natalia in or send her away. She knew Natalia had feelings for the young master of the house but right now he was about to have dinner with his fiancé.

Before the housemaid could continue, Talia lightly tapped her arm and winked;

”Mara it's okay. I came for dinner, I know they eat at that time.”

Mara could not refuse and tensely led Natalia in, even if knew that should be scolded, Natalia would explain her unannounced visit.

When she walked in, Talia had not been expecting anyone other than the Zi family. She took a quick glance at the familiar face sitting next to Alex and greeted the everyone.

”Ah Talia, what brings you here unannounced.” Madam Zi's sweet voice broke the silence.