A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Chapter 151

Calliope stayed silent while Silas fixed his gaze on Gideon for what felt like an eternity.

"Just a 'Happy Birthday' without a gift, huh?"

"That's a bit rude. Don't you think so?"

Gideon was stunned. He had shown up drunk and impulsive, unsettled by Silas celebrating Calliope's birthday. The thought of bringing a gift hadn't even crossed his mind. Seeing her, he felt a heavy weight in his chest. She seemed happier, more alive, without him.

"Sorry, I forgot to bring a gift," Gideon said, frowning.

"That's okay. You don't need to give gifts immediately. If I remember correctly, you've got a place in Misty Haven. If you gave that to Calliope, she'd be quite pleased." Silas raised an eyebrow at Gideon.

Gideon hesitated, caught off guard.

having

not defy Silas. He knew he had to comply if Silas wanted him to

mind, Calliope, the house in Misty Haven is yours. I'll have the paperwork sorted

smiled slightly. "I

Gideon to buy years ago. She cherished it because she and

never followed through. He nearly

step in and secure the house for her. It was

what was his was hers, too. Perhaps she used to believe that,

felt a pang of frustration.

much Calliope cared about that house. With

Calliope would inevitably come to him because of it. But Silas had taken

here. Let me introduce you to some friends," Silas said softly, taking Calliope's hand. Gideon watched as Silas led Calliope away, introducing her to his close buddies. They all smiled

Gideon to introduce her to his friends. He had refused her countless times.

fit in with his