Chapter 95

Right in front of Emma, Gabriel dialed his father's number. Taken aback that he'd make the call so openly, Emma reached out and lightly nudged the corner of Gabriel's jacket, trying to stop him—but the call was already connected. Gabriel spoke directly into the phone. "Dad, I'm planning to bring my girlfriend home in a few days. Get ready." Listening to Gabriel's conversation with his father, Dominic, which sounded more like he was issuing a command rather than casual chatter, Emma silently signaled him to tone it down. But Gabriel simply shook his head in her direction, assuring her that everything was fine. On the other end, Dominic's voice grew animated. "You little rascal! After all these years of silence, you suddenly have a girlfriend? When are you coming home? How about tonight?" Gabriel replied smoothly, "I'll give you a heads-up the day before I come home." After a few more pleasantries, he hung up. Emma looked at Gabriel and teased lightly, "Gabriel, you and your dad..