His birthday's coming soon, isn't it?
I get uneasy every time I look at the calendar.
But, my husband...
If he has to work, he has to work.
He couldn't make it last year, either.
Franci is always so disappointed.
It'll be fine. I'll make sure of it.
You want one of the cakes you usually get?
Yes, but give me the largest one you've got.
Sounds like quite the gathering this year. That's fantastic.
He's turning nine already.
I'm going to make it a fun day.
This mysterious restaurant is on a road just a little ways from the center of Rome.
This is great. I've always wanted the three of us to drink together.
And, I had no idea that Luciano had such a lovely daughter.
I thought about introducing myself to you.
Papa told me so much about you, Nicoletta.
He probably said things like, "This newbie who just barged in one day," huh?
He means well when he says those things, though. Please forgive him.
Means well, huh?
All right, since we're off tomorrow, let's get another bottle!
I'm can't, I have a date tonight.
Where you headed?
We're just going to jog home together.
You guys are like two peas in a pod.
A date, huh?
I want to go on a date someday.
I should get going too.
What?
It's Franci's birthday tomorrow.
I've got to prepare.
Oh, I had no idea!
Congrats!
Nonno is going all out.
Since my husband can't make it, he's working extra hard on the festivities.
That's a side of him that he'll never show us.
I'd like to see it, though.
Say, would you mind if I stopped by?
I'd love for you to come!
But are you sure you'd want to use your day off for that?
Sure! How about you, Marina?
If you're OK with an adult guest coming...
Splendid. Franci will be so happy.
Oh, but we can't tell Luciano...
Good night.
Ciao.
Ciao, Luciano, Margherita.
Ciao, Margherita, Nicoletta.
So... We can make it a real surprise party for Luciano.
What do you say?
Luciano will be totally surprised.
Sure, sounds like fun.
I'm all for it, of course.
And you, Teo?
My plans fell apart, so since I'm free...
Gigi?
So it's a yes from you, too.
Thanks, everyone!
You've really gotten to know us well, Nicoletta.
The fact you can understand what Gigi is thinking means you've matured as an apprentice.
Is that a good thing?
Papa came back to get something he forgot.
I think I left it on top of Teo's motorcycle.
There it is.
I know you've all got the day off, but don't go drinking yourselves silly now.
Oh, do you have any particular plans tomorrow, Luciano?
It's a secret.
Then so are my plans.
Good night.
Thanks for walking me home.
I'll try to get there early tomorrow.
Francesco's friends will be arriving around five, right?
So I'll try to get there around three...
I'm sorry, Papa! I'm doing something in the afternoon.
Huh?
Can you come at around five, too?
At five? But then...
I can take care of the preparations by myself. I'll be fine.
You're on cake duty.
Don't be late.
I'm counting on you. Good night!
Ciao.
Look at this!
Nice. Do you think this will be OK here?
Yeah, it looks great.
So, how many people are we expecting?
Fifteen, if you count the adult guests.
Did you hear that? Can you handle all that by yourself?
Wanna have a contest? See who has the larger lung capacity?
Holy cow.
So Franci likes pizza, huh?
Yup, he'd eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, if he could.
All right, ready to do this?
Yeah.
Oh, what about Gigi?
He's doing a... juice tasting?
That's too boring.
He'd like it, but he won't be surprised by it.
Welcome home, Franci.
Welcome back.
Oh, the birthday boy is here!
Want me to help with something?
The birthday boy shouldn't work.
OK, Mamma.
I'll carry that!
Be careful. It's hot.
They look so good...
Ow!
Are you all right, Franci?
The cookies...
Oh, thank heavens.
What'll I do with you, Franci?
Teo's got more cookies in the oven, so don't worry about it.
Franci...
It's so nice out.
It's supposed to get chilly tonight, though.
Wow, it's so cute.
It'd look good on you, Nicoletta.
You think so?
Oh, that one would look good on you, Claudio.
Oh, that's my favorite color.
Seriously?
Yeah.
This kinda feels like a date.
Well, should we get going?
Oh... Sure.
Grazie.
Prego.
We don't have to go back yet?
Nah, we can kill a little more time around here first.
Leave the party preparation to the common folk.
Today is the prince's birthday celebration!
But keep it secret from Nonno.
Exactly. Secret.
Move!
What?
What was that all about, Claudio?
Shh. Over there.
Huh?
Franci, stay in there!
Franci!
Nicoletta, move further in.
By the skin of our teeth.
Oh, right. I'll pick up the cake.
Then so are my plans.
Oh, I see.
Hey, bro, isn't today Franci's festa? Shouldn't you be going?
I was just stopping by for a bit.
Oh, then please give Franci my present.
And tell him I apologize for not being able to take off work.
OK.
Our secret plan was almost exposed.
It's a good thing he didn't spot us.
Why did Luciano go into that shop?
Nonna loved that bakery.
Nonna?
His late wife.
Oh, I see.
So, she liked that cake... What was she like?
She was beautiful. But we never met.
Hmm?
There are pictures of her in Luciano's house.
She had a radiant smile.
Nonno is always looking at photos of her.
I see.
Till death do us part... huh?
She used to always ask for a large cake because it was a "special occasion."
Festivals, weddings, birthdays...
She would just make them up so she could eat it.
Well, congratulations on your grandson turning nine.
Grazie.
Wow!
Is everything to your liking, young prince?
Yeah!
Come now, let's get you changed.
Sure, Mamma.
Buonasera!
Buonasera.
Welcome.
We got here a little early.
Welcome.
Buonasera.
Have a seat. I'll bring you something to drink.
Grazie.
You have so many butlers.
They're friends of Nonno. They're just helping out today.
It smells so good!
Buonasera. We've been expecting you.
Nonna!
I'll be on camera duty.
I'll take care of the video.
Thanks, guys.
Oh, it's Papa.
Buonasera, Luciano.
That's the cake, isn't it?
I'll take it for you.
Buonasera, Luciano.
Please, allow me to take your things.
Buonasera, Papa.
You were the ones that plotted this, weren't you?
I'd prefer if you said "planned".
Nonno!
This is a present from your uncle.
I'll have to go say thanks later.
Buon compleanno!
Happy birthday, Francesco!
It's delicious.
This is awesome, Franci.
What a great festa.
Yeah.
Tanti auguri a te,
tanti auguri a te...
Tanti auguri, Francesco.
Tanti auguri a te!
Blow out the candles, Franci!
Sorry, guys. Just wait a little bit longer.
All yours.
You got it.
It's Teo's special dolce plate!
It's so pretty!
The dolce looks fantastic.
Incredible!
It's so good.
You've done enough. Go take a break.
Very well.
We shall do just that.
Grazie.
Nicoletta?
I just needed some fresh air to sober up.
Umm, this afternoon...
The party turned out pretty nice, didn't it?
It sure did.
Franci.
Mamma.
Having a good time?
Yeah.
It's because Nonno works in that restaurant.
Yeah, you're right.
Grazie, Nonno.
Hey.
Eat it.