Chapter 179

Samantha thought about how lucky Leonardo was. Who would've gotten a blanket this nice as a free gift? Even just touching it felt like a small piece of heaven. She looked up with a hint of curiosity in her voice. "What did you buy to get this?" "It was a limited edition. You can't get it anymore," came Leonardo's reply. "Oh, I see." Her shoulders slumped slightly, and disappointment flickered across her face. Leonardo glanced over, catching her look. He hesitated before asking, "Is one not enough for you?" "I wanted to give one to Layla. It's been cold lately, and she loves curling up on the couch to watch TV. A blanket like this would keep her warm and cozy." His expression darkened just by a bit. Then, he repeated himself. "You can't get it anymore." "Got it." She didn't understand why he felt the need to do so. She heard him the first time. Whatever, she thought. If it weren't available, she'd find a different one. … As the audition was fast approaching, Samantha began her