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Chapter Eight

Author: Grace Aden
last update Last Updated: 2024-02-12 23:32:40
As I thought about Gabriel, I realized I needed to clear the air. I pulled out my phone and dialed his number, anxiously waiting through three rings before he answered.

"Hello, Jasmine," he greeted calmly.

"Can we talk?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.

"Of course. How are you?" he replied, his tone still business-like.

"I'm fine," I lied, masking my nervousness. "I have something important to tell you."

"Okay," he said. "Let's meet at Alinea."

"Alright," I agreed quickly.

I hailed a cab, my mind racing with thoughts of how Gabriel might react to the news. Arriving at the restaurant, I waited patiently, my anxiety building. The waiter approached.

"Good day, ma'am. Are you ready to order?"

"Not yet. I'll just have water for now," I replied.

As the waiter left, I saw Gabriel enter. It seemed like the entire room turned to look at him. Unfazed by the stares, he walked with poise, almost as if he were modeling on a runway.

My gaze locked onto Gabriel, and a subtle tension gripped
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