Luca checked his watch one last time before looking into the mirror in his closet. He felt like a boy in high school once again going on his first date. He looked over the navy blue button up he had on along with dress pants. He wasn't sure what the hell to wear and if he was being honest with himself... He was nervous. Exhaling loudly he checked the clock again before cursing and changing again. This time ending up in a pair of blue jeans and a gray sweater. He felt more casual like this and decided he didn't have time to change again so this one was it. He went downstairs where his mother was standing by the door.

"Just like the first time.." Her eyes dancing with mirth as if recalling a memory.

"Mom" He warns lowly earning a low chuckle from her. She walks over hugging him tightly as she had always done. He equally embraced her allowing his nerves to relax.

"I'm happy for you lil' man." She pulled back with teary eyes but with a wide smile. He felt his heart melt at the sight of her. The woman he compared all others to. "Now, food is ready for you."

"Thank you Angel"

Her body freezing momentarily before she shook out of it. "It's been a while since I heard that nickname, it still makes me happy."

"As much as mom?"

"Well that's not a nickname... That's a title that I carry proudly."

He smirks at his mom but he knows she is serious. He may never had been of her blood but it never made him feel any less disconnected from her compared to his siblings. In some ways, he still feels like he is her favorite even if they never voice it. He kisses her forehead and leads her out of his home. He helped her to her car where George got out helping her in before nodding to Luca. She waved at him as they pulled out. He was thankful for her help tonight. He didn't want to burn anything and she was an excellent cook. She was more than happy to help once she learned it was for a date.

He got in his car and eagerly made his way to his Tesoro's home. The drive was quick enough before pulling up to the home. He took a deep breath as if preparing for what he knew would be take his breath away. She did every time and it was so effortlessly. She had no idea the power she had over him and he loved her oblivious view to her own beauty. Getting out of the car, he walked up to the door ready to knock when the door swung open.

"Holy shit"

His words were low but not enough to not be heard by the read hair beauty before him. She quickly placed her fingers to his lips making all his breathing halt. As if her outfit didn't already do that. She was wearing a green jumper that wrapped around her. The shorts were very short showing off her long milky legs and the cut in between her breast dipping low. Her hair was down with soft curls. He remembered the day she said she would only put her hair up if absolutely necessary. Looking at her now, he was glad he took that extra inhale in the car but he didn't know if he would be able to breath at all tonight.

"Destiny just laid down and she is a light sleeper."

"Tesoro, you look... sensational." His voice dropping a notch as he pulls her finger away from his lips. Her blush reaching her cheeks making his body flood with heat. His blood practically boiling as she bit her lip before saying a small 'thank you'. "Shall we?"

She nodded her head. He wrapped his arm around her waist drawing her in as her smell invaded his nostrils as he inhaled deeply recalling it to memory. She looked at him and he could see the darkness swarming in her own gaze. He cursed himself feeling like he could rip that dress to shreds right now. He cleared his throat walking her to his car before guiding her in gently. She complied and he couldn't his eyes from going to her legs momentarily.

He quickly rounded the car and started it up before reaching over for her hand which she took without hesitation interlacing their fingers as their hands lied on her exposed thigh. He gripped tighter not sure if he could endure this night without becoming a fucking animal. The car remained silent but both could feel the heat and crackle of the electricity within the car as their eyes stole glances every once in a while.

"Luca, where are we?"

He looked to her as she looked at the window as he pulled in the parking garage next to his complex. His thumb stroking her making her emerald gaze land on him. He parked the car as he leaned over kissing her gently. He could feel his heart hammering in his ears as he cupped her face wanting more. He practically had to tore himself away from her after capturing a look of the gaze within her eyes. The same look he is sure his eyes were holding... Desire.

"Come Tesoro"

She nodded as he stepped out jogging to her side to help her up from her seat. She took his hand still looking around as they got in the elevator. He never answered her even when she kept looking around. The elevator was empty as they entered and he slid his card to take it to the top floor. He turned to her but she was already looking up at him. His lower member reacting to the gaze she was portraying. He wasn't even sure if she meant to but the look was undeniable of what she was thinking.

"My home"

She blinked apparently breaking through whatever thoughts she had and turned to the door as it dinged signaling the arrival to his house. It opened and he watched as she looked around. It was not of awe as much as curious. She seemed to be taking in everything as he lead her to the living room.

"This is yours?"

"Yes Tesoro now..." He lead her to the dinning room. Where she halted looking at the set up. He watched as her eyes got wide and her jaw came unhinged. He looked at what his mother had done and found it to be quite beautiful. Some candles sat in the center with some beautiful flowers placed beside them. The dishes were already set up for the food to be placed on. Next to the table their was a glass of wine chilling in ice with two glasses.

"Did you do all this?" Her voice wavering. He looked to her and found her eyes glazed over. He kissed the side of her head for a moment.

"I must admit, my mother helped." She chuckled turning around wrapping her arms around his neck looking directly into his eyes. His heart pounding wildly again. She didn't say anything as she continued to stare into his soul before a sly smile came over her lips.

"She did it all didn't she."

He froze and she laughed whole heartedly at his stunned reaction. She pulled him down giving him a hard passionate kiss making him groan against her lips. His hands instantly gripping her hips tightly as she devoured his lips before slowly pulling away.

"Thank you Luca"

She pecked his lips once more making him yearn for more but all he could was nod. His hands were very reluctant in releasing her but did so before walking over to the wine before turning to her. She gulped and forced a smile and it clicked. Shit, she doesn't drink. He placed it back down in the chilled ice.

"My apologies Tesoro, how does water sound."

She smiled nodding as he pulled back her chair. She walked over taking a seat as he gently pushed her back in. His eyes couldn't help looking down the crevice of the dress since his eyes were above her. He cursed his manhood once again straightening up... in more ways than one. He went over to the kitchen bringing out the dishes his mother prepared before placing them in front of the seats. Sophia smiled thanking him gently. He took a seat and watched as her eyes drank in his form before she reached for the water. Her eyes still looking at every inch of him before coming back to his eyes. Her face turning red at being caught but he didn't mind. It brought great comfort that she was pleased by his features.

"Dig in Tesoro"

She smiled gently before beginning to try the pasta and chicken dish. A gentle moan escaping as she took a bite. The sound momentarily freezing him as his eyes zeroed in on her lips. She didn't seem to notice as she continued eating but his appetite for the food was completely lost. He couldn't focus past the damn fork that got to continue touching her lips where he wanted to be. It was only when she tilted her head looking at him did he realize he was staring way to long to be considered normal.

"Are you not hungry?" She said glancing down at his plate. He chuckled shaking his head before taking a bite as well. "So tell me something about yourself"

"What would you like to know love?"

"Tell me something no one else knows..."

He sat back for a moment thinking about what he could tell her. Her eyes just watching him intently. "I have a letter sitting in my office that I am terrified to open."

She tilted her head sitting down her glass choosing her words carefully. "Does this letter hold something important?"

"It does..." He says thinking about his uncle Nicholas. His eyes falling to her glass of water as his mind drifted. Sophia could clearly tell he was thinking deep about something.

"How long have you've had it now?" She says lowly still watching him carefully.

"Right at a month now. I received it the day I met you actually."

She stayed quiet before reaching over capturing his attention. His eyes flickering to her. She gave him a small smile. "When you are ready, you will open it."

"I don't know if that time will ever come."

She had a feeling whatever was in this letter meant more than words could describe. She got up walking over to him with her hand still on his. His eyes following her movements before she stood by his seat. He pushed the floor moving back slightly allowing her to sit on his lap. She takes the invitation and sits sideways on his lap cupping his jaw in her hand. Her eyes holding the warmth that could melt an ice cap.

"You are much stronger than you will ever know Luca... I believe in you."

His jaw clenched at the sincerity in her voice while he looked deep within her. She didn't say anything further as he leaned forward connecting their lips. The movement was sensual and neither was rushed to move past this. He realized in that moment he didn't just want her but needed her. She was like the air that he breathed in. Her essence completely invaded his world and becoming everything to him. The way she would get lost in numbers. The way she would smile holding her niece in her arms. The look in her eyes when she looks at him.

"You are my forever Sophia"

She looked at him with a warm smile on her lips before leaning forward to peck his lips. Her next words practically causing his heart to stop completely.

"tu sei il mio mondo" (You are my world)

He couldn't help as his lips came down hard onto hers making her lean back on his lap trying to keep up with him. Her fingers weaving into his hair holding him tightly to her. He no longer cared about the food as he stood up still holding her in his arms. His laps dancing against her own with utter passion and unspoken desire. She gave just as much as he did as he took her into the living room. He sat down with her on his lap but growled as she stood up to readjust herself to straddle him. Her hands cupping his face wanting to devour him. He groaned as she made him lean back on the couch and pressed her chest to his.

"I want you so fucking bad Tesoro"

"I'm yours Luca"