Chapter 28

Darren had never been a man of many words, and he usually went along with whatever Velma decided. Seeing the satisfied look on her face, he didn't bother scrutinizing Gabriel and instead broke into a warm smile. "Looks like Emma has good taste in men. She even found herself a handsome one, huh?" Emma forced a smile. During dinner, Gabriel was nothing short of attentive. Emma's plate was never empty of meat. He kept refilling it, caught bones in a napkin when she spat them out, and even swapped her water for warm water before handing it to her. For a moment, she felt dazed. No man had ever cared for her like this. His gestures created an illusion so convincing that she almost believed she was deeply loved. But she wasn't about to fool herself. Lowering her gaze, she quickly forced herself to stay clear-headed. After dinner, Velma deliberately gave them some time alone. Emma and Gabriel sat on the couch. He had drunk a lot with Darren earlier. Now, as Gabriel lounged beside her, h