Chapter 256

Joseph's POV I straightened up. "You know Ava?" Eleanor crossed her arms. "Yes, she's the saleswoman with impeccable taste that Caroline and I mentioned. You're really going to find her?" "Possibly," I replied cautiously. "Small world," Eleanor muttered. "She's actually really nice and way too good for your usual games." Antonio laughed. "She must be special. She won't even text him back." "Good for her," Eleanor approved. "Keep it that way, Joseph. She's too good for another one of your conquests." I felt an unexpected surge of irritation. "You don't know what my intentions are." Antonio looked between us, clearly enjoying the drama. "So what's the plan, Uncle J? Going to give up?" I leaned back in my chair. "Not a chance. I'll make her notice me." Eleanor rolled her eyes. "Good luck with that. Just don't come crying to me when she shuts you down again." As they bantered, I found myself more intrigued than ever. I looked at my watch. It was still lunch hour. I had made up my mind. "Co