I sat in the lobby and tried not to fidget as I waited for the Princess to come down from her high tower. A smile pulls at the corner of my lips. The sound from the elevator announced Gabe’s arrival. I jump to my feet and turn around as the doors open.
I have to stop myself from crying. Gabe is looking the best I’ve seen him in a long time. I rack my brain and realize I haven’t seen him look this much like himself since before Olivia’s disappearance.
His hair is a little unruly and he’s sporting a five o’clock shadow. He’s gone for a relaxed look for brunch. He’s wearing gray sweat shorts and a loose striped teal and white crew neck. His eyes dart around the room before spotting me.
“Took you long enough!” I joke as we meet in the middle.
“You’re so dramatic Hun,” he said, rolling his
