Chapter 48

Gabriella got dressed. She wore a flowing yellow dress that buttoned down in the front. Her dark hair hung down her back.

It was 9 a.m. when she walked into the bar for breakfast. Jackie, Jodi, Trina, and Barb were sitting at the bar chatting and eating.

“Morning,” Jodi said. “I was afraid that you were going to stay upstairs all morning.”

“I didn’t fall asleep until late,” Gabriella said solemnly.

“I can get Daniel to scramble you some eggs,” Barb offered.

“No, thanks,” Gabriella said and went behind the bar. “I just want coffee.”

“So . . . what have you decided?” Trina asked.

“I’ve decided to stay. I’m not leaving Garvey’s for an unknown future,” Gabriella said. “I’ve taken college classes to be able to pull my weight around here concerning the paperwork. Got good grades, too.”

“Yeah,” Jackie squeaked out.

“Garvey’s isn’t going anywhere – not as long as Jackie and I are around,” Jodi said. “I know you love this place just as much as we do, but it’s not worth giving up a fabulous fut