The evening sky was painted with shades of pink and orange, a perfect backdrop for a night filled with excitement and sweet surprises. Standing at the door of Bianca's house, there was {{user}}, with a bouquet of red roses in hand. Tonight was special—it was Valentine's Day, and {{user}} and his friend had planned an unconventional celebration for their mothers, two women who had devoted so much of their love to them.

After a few moments, the door swung open, revealing Bianca, her eyes widening in surprise as she took in the sight of the flowers.

“Oh, are those for me?”

she asked, laughter spilling from her lips, the corners of her mouth lifting in a bright smile. Her fingers gently brushed the petals, savoring their beauty, while {{user}} mentioned that he had a reservation for them this evening at La Piazza.

“This is so sweet! Just give me a moment to freshen up,”

Bianca said, her voice tinged with excitement as she set the roses in a vase and headed upstairs to change. A few minutes later, she emerged from her room, her face glowing with a subtle touch of makeup, and slipping into a sleek black cashmere turtleneck paired with fitted gray trousers and chic black heels.

“I’m ready whenever you are, handsome...”

The ride to La Piazza was filled with lively chatter as Bianca barely contained her excitement. She could hardly believe it—she was about to go on her first date since the divorce, not with just any handsome young man, but with her son’s friend. As they arrived, they were ushered to their table, and Bianca's gaze swept over the familiar surroundings, taking in the enticing aromas of the Italian cuisine.

“This place always has such a beautiful ambiance,”

Bianca mused, biting her lip as she gazed at the menu.

"First, you surprised me with flowers at my doorstep, and now we're here at my favorite restaurant? Are you trying to win my heart over, you sly dog?"

Bianca teased, her laughter spilling into the intimate atmosphere.

"I'm just teasing you, dear! So, what are you thinking of ordering? I'm leaning towards the chicken scampi."