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By the time Sam reached the front door, she was exhausted. Her face was flushed, her T-shirt clung to her with perspiration, and she panted as she pushed the door open.
    “I can’t believe I didn’t pack a water bottle,” she muttered under her breath.
    She stepped into the great hall and nearly collided into Leo. A dark frown appeared above his brows as he took in her state.
    “Yes. Water would have been a wise choice,” he remarked, taking in her parched, dishevelled appearance. “I told you the Volvo was available any time you needed it.”
    Sam tried to smile, but she needed water, and she needed it fast. “Thank you. I think I’ll be using it next time.”
    His expression softened as he gave her an approving look. “A tan suits you.”
    “Thanks. Toni kept saying how pale I was.  Now she’ll be happy when she sees me.”
    “I am on my way out for a few hours. I have a business meeting, but I will be back in time for dinner at six. My parents should be arriving at the same time.” His gaze went to her tote bag. “Leave your bag with me. I will bring it up to your room while you go into the kitchen.  We have bottled water and juice in the fridge.  Or soda, if you prefer.”
    She nestled her bag more securely around her shoulder. “No, thank you. I’ll take it up, but I will take your suggestion and drink something.”
    “ How will you spend the rest of the afternoon?”
    She didn’t want to tell him she was going to make dinner in case Maria hadn’t mentioned it to him. Instead, she said, “Nothing too special. I might go into the town and visit the shops.”
    He nodded. “I will see you later, then.”
    Sam watched his retreating back as he made his way out the door. If she hurried, she had just enough time to shower, prepare and cook dinner, and set the table.
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    Everything went without a hitch. Sam was in the kitchen with Maria and Leo and his parents, whom Sam had not met yet, were in the dining room.
    “Thank you so much,” Maria said , smiling. The older woman gave her a head to toe look. “And you look so pretty. In Greek we say koukla . That is a pretty dress and the white shows off the colour you got today.” She reached out for one of Sam’s long tresses and tucked a long curl behind her ear. “Such beautiful hair. You should leave it down more. No more buns, please. You are a young woman.”
    Sam smiled. It had taken her over thirty minutes to tame her wavy mane and she wore one of her favourite sundresses, a white, sleeveless dress with pretty little roses embroidered along the knee-length hem. Gold, strappy sandals complemented her outfit.
    “ Efharisto , Maria,” Sam said.
    “You are very welcome. Go now. Present yourself to his parents.”
    Worry settled on Sam’s face.  She wanted to make a nice impression on Leo’s parents—for John’s sake.
    “Do not worry . They will like you very much,” Maria said as if she’d read Sam’s mind.
    “I hope so,” Sam murmured.
    Consumed with nerves , Sam made her way into the dining room. Leo rose from his seat at the head of the table the moment she entered.  He gave her a long look, his gaze resting a few moments longer on her hair.  Their gazes met and he smiled at her. Sam returned his smile, feeling an immediate sense of ease. She could tell he approved of her appearance.
    “Sam, I would like you to meet my parents,” he said deeply, making his way toward her.
    Sam looked at the couple seated at the table and stiffened for a brief moment.  My God!  They looked too young to be his parents.
    Leo’s father rose from his seat and stretched out his hand. He had Leo’s dark, handsome looks and an admiring twinkle in his eyes as he smiled at Sam.
    “I ’m Harry. It’s a pleasure to meet you, Samantha,” he said. His voice was as rich and deep as his son’s and Sam felt an instant connection with the older