“You get half the credit. I told you it takes the right person to bring out its charm You were that right person."

They clinked glasses, and she said with a wide smile, “Of course. The famous Ivan Russo has great taste."

His smile grew even bigger as he looked at her, full of admiration.

"I hope we'll have another opportunity to work together in the future." He checked his watch and asked her, “Would you like to come with me to the dinner party later?"

Ariana contemplated this for a while.