SEBASTIAN
“Charlie!” Christian hollers. “It’s been a long time, bro.”
“What’s good, Chris? Is this your lady?” Charlie gestures to Shada, and Christian introduces them.
Bauer introduces his date, Cali, and now we’re all catching up while standing in line for tickets. I haven’t seen Bauer and Charlie in a while, but I know how important the guys and Valentina are to Giada. The other night she shared how desperate she was to repair their friendship, but she has little time left to do it.
“Where to first, Green Eyes?” I want today to be fun for her. It’s why I suggested we all go. I want her to realize this is what she’s leaving behind and maybe she’ll stay.
“The Carousel,” she says excitedly.
“What about the Ferris Wheel instead?” I ask.
“No way! You’re going to try some funny b
