Clairessa’s POV
I swallowed hard, knowing Raquel was right.
"Why would Gabriel bring you on vacation with his most trusted friend unless he liked you? And don’t even try to deny it! You're sleeping with your boss."
I covered my face with my hands. “Raquel, you are so—”
"Honest? Raw? Blunt?" She grinned. "I know."
I exhaled. "Hmm…" I hesitated before adding, "What if, hypothetically, we were doing what you’re accusing us of?"
She smiled triumphantly. "If you and Gabriel are, then I fully support it." She squeezed my shoulder gently. "I’ve been where you are—falling for a complicated man, scared about what’s next. But if I can give you one piece of advice, it’s this: follow your heart. Even if it sounds cliché. At least then, you won’t live with regrets.”
I sighed, my eyes s
