Susan bit her lip, struggling to hold back laughter, while Franco's serious expression was nothing short of amusing.
"Well, he's not as grumpy around me, just a tad," she playfully teased.
Giovanni burst into laughter. "I like you. Want to check out the property?" he asked, raising an eyebrow.
"She can't..." Franco started, but Susan, as usual, had a comeback.
"Of course, I can go. I've got nothing on my agenda. Let's go," she said, looking at Giovanni. "I'm itching to see the house."
"And you don't need Franco's permission?" Giovanni teased, smiling at his brother.
Susan laughed out loud. "I don't know how things work here in your country, but in mine, women don't ask their boyfriends for permission. So, let's go."
"Susan!" Franco shouted, clenching his fists and breathing heavily.
