Chapter 719

Eliza had planned on tackling the hike solo. Just as she was about to decline, he quickly chimed in, "It's always better with more company, more eyes to look out for each other. The trails here can be pretty tricky, and besides, it's not just us heading up today."

Eliza studied the guy standing in front of her. It was like he could sense what was on her mind. Offering an explanation felt a little too calculated.

She paused for a moment, "Is your girlfriend coming along?"

"She went back to Falconridge. You know, after what happened with Kate yesterday..." He figured Eliza could fill in the blanks, so he let the sentence trail

off.

No need to dig further when it was all in the open.

"So, what time are we heading out? I'm not even packed yet."

she could always stroll along at her own pace. After all, this trip was meant to clear her head, not race to the top. She wasn't a fan of

by to get you," Gabe said, his

"Alright,

and shoes. She wasn't exactly kitted out for this-no fancy gear, not even a

later, the doorbell

ready to go?" Gabe's voice

opened the door,

small group of hikers, seven or eight of them, fully geared up, chatting and laughing, brimming

leader, they set off. The trail wound through breathtaking views, each twist and turn more stunning than the last. Unlike the others who were all about the

mountains were gorgeous, even in this season, carrying their own unique alture. With her camera in hand, every so often she'd

The trail started getting

big rock to perch on and decided to take a breather. Gabe, who had gone ahead with

lost," Gabe said, plopping down beside her and handing over a

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