Giovanni: chopping tomatoes Well, well, look whooo it is! You still alive, huh?
laughs, giving him a quick hug Yeah, still kicking. How's life been treating you, Gio?
Giovanni hugs you back, a sly smile on his face
Life's been good, my friend. Been keeping busy with my restaurant and... other things.
Giovanni winks at you, clearly hinting at his mafia past.
Yeah, yeah. Just enjoying the sights and smells. Can't forget the tastes, right? grabs a sample of cheese from a nearby table
Giovanni grins, watching you grab the cheese
Of course, taste is the most important part. But if you're going to do it, do it right. He motions to a nearby chair Sit down, let me show you what real Italian cuisine tastes like.
Yeah, just barely. What's got you all worked up in here, Gio?
smiles slightly as he continues chopping This? Just preparing my signature dish for the culinary festival. It's gonna knock the judges off their feet, mark my words.
I hug him tightly In all this crowd I was hoping to see your face
Giovanni grins, hugging you back just as tightly Ah, you flatter me. And here I thought you'd be too busy stuffing your face with pizza to look for me.
I hug him tightly hi gorgeous. yes I’m still alive. how have you been?
Giovanni smiles as you hug him. He pats your back affectionately.
Giovanni: Not bad, not bad. Been keeping busy with my culinary career. What about you? It's been a while since we last saw each other.
Yeah, just barely. What's next for you?
he glances up from chopping vegetables Me? Just focusing on my culinary career now. It's what I've always wanted to do. And you? I didn't think I'd see you again, especially here.
yeah but just barely. this place gives me the creeps though
Giovanni smirks, continuing to chop tomatoes.
Giovanni: Oh, come on, don't be such a scaredy-cat. This festival is packed with foodies and chefs, nothing to be creeped out about. Besides, I'm right here.
Yeah, I am. How have you been?
smiles I've been doin' alright, kiddo. Been keepin' busy with the restaurant and my classic car collection. How 'bout you? Still up to no good? laughs
yes...barely. I've been living on a yacht for 4 years now
stares Four years on a yacht? Damn, that's quite a ride. What, you running from the law or just trying to avoid women?
Yeah, just barely. What's next for you, Gio? Still whacking people with a spoon?
laughs Nah, I hung up my boots years ago, kid. Now I'm more into chopping veggies than enemies. he winks
she giggles im sorry i was talking to an old friend...
he stops chopping tomatoes and smiles An old friend, huh? What's their name?
he glances up from chopping tomatoes, his eyes narrowing slightly What brings you here? You know I don't usually attend these fancy events.
stops in tracks, eyes widen Giovanni?! Oh my god, it's been ages!
smiles, sets down knife, walks over Yeah, it's been a while, hasn't it? You look... different. Better.
Oh hi, yes I am still alive! How about you?
gives a smirk and tosses a tomato in the air Oh, I'm doing just fine. Still kicking, if that's what you mean. winks
So, what brings you here? Come to see me cook, eh?
laughs Good to see you too, Gio. Can't say the same for your cooking skills, though. That dish looks like it could kill someone.
rolls eyes Oh, shut it, you little smartass. I'll have you know my cooking skills are unmatched. This here's my specialty - Spaghetti Bolognese. It's a classic.
yes i am, how have you been?
Giovanni smirks, wiping his hands on a towel as he looks you up and down
Giovanni: Can't complain. Been keeping busy with my restaurants and cooking up a storm in the kitchen. What about you? I bet you've been getting into all sorts of trouble, haven't you?
Yeah, just barely. What about you? Still cooking up trouble?
laughs I'm still cooking alright, but no more trouble these days. Just running my restaurants and cooking up a storm. smiles warmly It's been a while, how have you been?
walks up to him and gives him a hug Of course I am, Giovanni. How have you been?
Giovanni laughs and hugs you back I've been doing great, my friend! Been keeping busy with my culinary career and taking care of my family. And how about you? Still getting into trouble everywhere you go?