Russell is also busy these days.

In order to ensure the smooth operation of the cigarette factory, he contacted the Italian commander Rand and indicated that he would hand over 20% of the profits to the government, so as to ensure the regularity and legitimacy of the cigarette factory.

To put it bluntly, paying taxes is legal!

Regardless of how Italy fared in World War II, despite the jokes, it was still the era of Mussolini's rule.

The import and export trade that Oriyatu was in charge of was progressing well, and both ships were almost full, just waiting for Russell's order to go to sea.

The day before he sailed, Russell came to Marlena's house with pastries.

Knock on the door, enter.

Today, Marlena is wearing a very fashionable dress, a white floral dress with skin-colored shrimp stockings, and a pair of lace-up heels under her beautiful legs, exuding endless charm.

These days, no one from outside her house has come to watch, because they all know that the security officer has a close relationship with Marlena, and the security officer is very tough.

There are not many people in the town who know that the boss behind the cigarette factory is Russell, except for a few people in Oriyatu, only the mayor of the town and the commander of the Italian army, Rand.

Everyone else is still in the dark.

The people recruited by the factory are all poor households outside the town or on the docks, and they are tight-lipped about the people outside, without mentioning Russell.

Because Nivino made it clear that he was not allowed to divulge Mr. Corleone's identity, otherwise he would not only lose his job, but also face ruin.

It's so unreasonable! Just kidding, you reason with the mafia?

As soon as he entered the door, Russell noticed Marlena's delicate dress and dress.

He did not hesitate to praise him.

"Marlena, it's a good thing you didn't go out of the door, otherwise the women in the town would have gone to jump into the well, they would feel embarrassed when they see you, how could there be such a charming woman?"

Hearing this, Marlena lowered her head, but her face bloomed.

"Thank you, Mr. Corleone, for the best compliment I have ever heard."

"You should smile more, you look better when you smile."

Marlena nodded, "Okay, I will." ”

She didn't know Russell would be coming today, but she's looking forward to it these days...

She was so well-dressed for several days in a row, and Russell didn't come a few days ago, which made Marlena's mood feel low for a while.

However, in the end, Russell was still hoped.

The first few times they met, Marlena wore a black gown and did not express her importance to Russell. Of course, that's also because Cassia died, and she had to act like a survivor!

These days her husband's mourning period is over, and she changes into the clothes she has made.

"Mr. Corleone, your suit has been made, here."

Marlena held her suit in her hands and brought it to him.

Russell glanced at it and said, "Do I want to change it?" ”

"If you can, of course! If there is something inappropriate, I will have time to make corrections. ”

He looked at Marlena, and she turned away after putting her suit down.

"You change your clothes first, I... I'm going to do something else. ”

This suit was tailor-made for him by Marlena, the size is just right, and the style is also very novel.

The neckline and cuffs were tied with black thread, and the place where the handkerchief was placed on the chest was specially sewn by Marlena with thick gold thread, and Russell liked this contrasting design.

"Malena? Look. ”

Marlena poked her head out of the room and saw Russell open her mouth in surprise and raised her hand to cover it.

"It fits perfectly."

Marlena walked out slowly, leaned in front of him, and reached out to straighten his collar for him.

"Is there anything uncomfortable?"

"No, the clothes are very good, and what I like the most is the design."

Marlena said, "You're really handsome in it, and it makes this outfit stand out." ”

"Thank you, it should be your skill."

Suddenly, the atmosphere was a little solemn.

Marlena took two steps back, plucked up her courage and said, "Mr. Corleone, may I treat you to dinner?" You paid my salary and changed my life for the better, and I want to thank you. ”

Russell smiled and nodded: "Of course you can, tonight?" ”

"Yes, I... I prepared red wine and bacon, ham, sausages ... Noodles and tomato sauce are also made, so I hope you enjoy it. ”

It turns out that Marlena was premeditated, no wonder she was dressed so exquisitely.

"Okay."

Hearing this, a smile appeared on Marlena's face.

"Then you can rest for a while, and I'll be back soon."

Marlena was very happy, she didn't expect Russell to agree to her, because she heard from Sylvana that Russell had not looked for a woman since he came to the town, including Himein and comfort camp.

For such a clean and self-righteous man, Marlena knew that she was not worthy, so she felt that it was a luxury to invite Russell to dinner.

In fact, it is not so complicated.

Women are sometimes prone to think too much, if she is more straightforward, kind, and active, maybe Russell doesn't even want to eat dinner.

It was getting late, and the night was quietly coming.

It made Marlena feel that time passed too quickly.

She sobered up the wine, put the food on the table, and invited Russell to take a seat.

"Do you smoke cigarettes?"

Marlena looked at the cigarette and lighter next to the sewing machine, her face panicking.

"I... Yes, I order one when I'm not in a good mood. I won't..."

"Be careful not to have an open flame in the work area, if it causes a fire, it will be a disaster," Russell said. ”

Marlena was stunned, she didn't expect Russell not only didn't say anything about her, but told her to pay attention to safety.

"I will."

Russell pulled out a pack of Sicilian mint cigarettes from his pocket, pulled out one and handed it to her.

"Got one?"

Marlena's eyes widened, and she hurriedly waved her hand: "No, no... I've quit. ”

Russell laughed: "It's good to quit, smoking is bad for your health." Shall we eat, Marlena? ”

"Okay, okay."

Today Russell is the main character, and Marlena gets up to pour wine for him, cuts meat and ham for him, and serves him very thoughtfully.

The two collided with wine glasses and took a sip of red wine.

"It's cheap and doesn't taste very good, so I hope you don't mind."

"Of course not, Marlena, don't think I'm picky, I've even eaten frozen raw potatoes on the battlefield."

Marlena was a little curious about the battlefield, so she asked about the situation.

Russell answered her truthfully, and finally couldn't help but talk about Casdia.

Marlena and her husband have a good relationship, but her husband will never come back, and the thought of Marlena fills her eyes with tears.

This time, Russell was not indifferent.

Instead, he gently patted Malena on the back.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Corleone, but I didn't mean to be uncomfortable. I used to dance to the music when I had candlelight dinners with Casdia..."

Russell said, "If you want, I can dance with you." ”

Marlena raised her head, wiped her eyes, and said with a smile, "Thank you, I... I do. ”

She got up to look for music, put down the slide pin of the record player, and a song "Ma L'amore No" rang out.

Marlena turned around and walked over, just in time to see Russell get up, the two of them looked at each other, Marlena lowered her head, she raised her hand for Russell to put his hand on her waist.

She put her hand on Russell's shoulder, and the other two hands were clasped together.

The two danced slowly to the music.

During this time, they did not speak, but quietly felt the aftertaste.

Marlena felt something unusual, but didn't make a sound, and Russell didn't feel embarrassed, they were all adults, and they were familiar with this kind of thing.

It's not as exaggerated as in the movie, the woman screams and shouts, and the man is deeply sorry.

"Are you feeling better?"

Russell asked.

Marlena's face was only two centimeters from his chest, and the smell of his body, a mixture of sweat and tobacco, made Marlena feel safe.