Chapter 138

• So the things is, the other day, Nonno's second present to me, had been a professional martial arts teacher. The man was sooo worried that more incidents would come in the future, and he wanted me to be able to protect myself to an extent. Due to the fact that I'm pregnant, my lesson were limited to certain body movements. That was the reason Nonno asked me not to tell Manuel the actual reason why I frequently visited his house these past few days. Manuel wasn't going to be pleased about the fact that I was doing any strenuous activities in my condition, even though Doctor Luigi had approved that certain exercises were even good for the baby. So also, Manuel's pride would be hurt. He would feel like I thought he wasn't capable of protecting me and the baby.
• I was happy though. My teacher said I was a fast learner. At least, I knew how to aim and give a clean shot with a gun now. I also knew a few basic karate defense moves. I only knew a few because my condition limited me from doing high impact exercises. But I was most glad because now, I would be able to protect myself and my baby to a certain extent. I wouldn't just be a push over.
• After having my bath and dressing up, Massimo, Miguel, and Andrew accompanied me to Nonno's penthouse. For days now, I noticed he had this smile and glow on his face all the time. I wanted to really ask how things were going with him, but refrained from doing so. I didn't want to be intrusive in anyway. We had gotten to Nonno's penthouse eventually, and I got to work with my martial arts instructor. All the while, Nonno sat in the practice room and watched as I learned. Whenever he thought my instructor was getting too intense, he'd always be quick to call it a wrap. It was so funny.