Alessa and Olivia introduced some of LA's special places and attractions to Lionel. After some time, Lionel knew he should leave and stood up, "well, ladies, I shall leave you to your time. Thank you for your company.”
At this, he looked at Alessa with a grin and said mildly, "it’s good to know you, Miss Schultz. See you." Then he turned and left the pavilion.
After the distinguished man went out of their sight, Olivia eagerly turned to Alessa, "this Mr. Rowe has a crush on you, doesn’t he?"
Alessa burst out laughing, "what? I’ve only met him twice."
"So? Maybe he likes you at first sight!" Olivia laughed.
“He must have known that I’m pregnant,” replied Alessa, with a shake of her head, "do you think such a good man would want to go after a pregnant woman?"
Her baby bump was becoming
