Chapter 81 - Sparks

"Nice! I always wanted a pet." Nelli was grinning proudly. The girl had gained some experience since her debut and knew exactly which methods were the most successful to defame the male ego. Pride was an easy target.

"How about a lover instead." But Claudio did not let himself be put off.

At the same time Lily reached for the plate and started shovelling one bite after the other into her mouth. The cake was delicious. A real explosion of Chocolate with a delicate note of fruit. It was Alexandre who was watching his wife with concern. Finally, pulling away her plate. Lily looked at him with wonder.

"Don't eat so fast. You'll get a stomachache."

"Don't worry, my stomach is a machine. I think i need some popcorn." She mischievously whispered into his ear while she was watching the show enthralled.

"If you were prettier, I would have said yes." Lionelle struck again.

"Beauty is enough to catch the eye. But it takes character to be remembered." Claudio explained, suppressing a smile.

"Congratulations, your noble character reminds invisible."

"I know. Unfortunately, every day I end up being underestimated. But I'm glad you are able to realize the truth." Claudio leaned over to her, smooth as a feline predator. Every move sexy as hell. His eyes sparkling alluring. Lily could feel how the sparks flew between the two of them.

But Nelli only pursed her red lips. Sending signals as lascivious as her enemy's. "Many people underestimate what they are. And overestimate what they are not."

"Don't worry. I'm outstanding!" He winked at her in the most charming way that would move any woman's heart. But Nelli remained merciless.

"When I'm interested in your thoughts, I'll call you."

"I need your number for that. Would you please give me your phone?" He stretched out his hand in a demanding manner. Which Nelli turned away without thinking.

"I'm sorry. In your case, I don't have one."

"I think we're gonna start a war."

"What?" In bewilderment, Lionelle glanced at her opponent. His eyes were shining. As if he had longed for this moment.

His face became deadly serious, as if life and death were at stake. "Because my saber is itching." Shock and Silence were hanging heavy in the air. Three pairs of eyes widen as they realize how obscene these words really were. Words which should never be used in the presence of ladies or children. And yet they were dropped. Stunned by this fact, pale faces stared into space. No one was able to suspect that he would dare to use this words.

The only one who seemed to enjoy the situation was the culprit himself. Who had reached his goal with his provocation.

Even Linonelle, who never was short of the right words, kept her lips closed. Behind her forehead, thoughts danced tango. Nelli did not know whether she should be offended or rather amused. This boldness, this directness was rather refreshing.

"What is a saber?" Adrien asked in his childish innocence.