Gabriel walked back into the private dining room just as Jonathan had arrived.

Evelyn was initially seated next to Estelle, but as soon as Jonathan came in, she scooted over to sit beside him.

Seeing Gabriel return, Evelyn beamed, “Gab, the food’s out, and it’s to die for.”

Gabriel didn’t respond, instead turning to Jonathan, “When did you get here?”

“Just got here.” Jonathan said with an easy smile, pouring a glass of wine for Gabriel. “It’s the host’s home brew. Give it a try.”

Estelle chimed in, “I want some too.”

Jonathan poured her half a glass, “That’s your lot.”

Estelle wasn’t greedy; she accepted it and then poured half of her share into Evelyn’s glass, “You could hold your liquor pretty well back in Zion. It’s chilly out; a little drink will warm us right up.”

Evelyn laughed, a touch embarrassed, “That was all an act; I get buzzed pretty easily.”

The group chatted while they drank, with Jonathan and Gabriel deep in conversation, but Jonathan still made sure to look after Estelle with a consideration that made Evelyn look on with envy.

up her utensils to do the

Evelyn with an

hadn’t touched the food

dared hope to be Gabriel’s girlfriend; she just respected him a lot and

was time to pay, Courtney mentioned that Jonathan had already settled the

was all in the

arm in arm with Estelle, Evelyn expressed her satisfaction, “This place is amazing – great views, delicious food. I’m not familiar with J City, so from now on, if there’s a cool spot

“No problem, there’ll be plenty of

Evelyn nodded enthusiastically.

was waiting for Eugene to bring

she greeted them warmly,

Sylvia knew each other and

“Yeah.” Sylvia chuckled softly.

that blind date mix-up, I’m really sorry I didn’t clear things

leaned in closer, and whispered with a giggle, “It’s fine by me, actually. I

replied, “My brother? His temper

The rest of us used to be scared

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