Page 44 of Gabriel & Skye

“It was very difficult in those early years,” she says, quietly. “I don’t know how he got through it, but he did. And look at him now. CEO and super dad.”

“He looks like an amazing dad,” I say. “I guess it helps having a supportive family and great friends.”

Everyone helping each other, like how it should be. Gran is always saying things like that, and coming from a close-knit family, I understand.

“And you’re going to be the most amazing nanny.” Georgia smiles like she owns a secret no one else is privy to. “Two single cuties with one common goal; looking after Trinity. I cannot wait to hear how your first day goes.”

“Me either,” Celeste says, joining in on the act.

“I can assure you, my intentions are completely honorable,” I tell them. I don’t want them getting the wrong impression, even if I find Gabriel attractive.

Georgia snorts. “Uh, huh.”

I ignore her, smiling into my tea. You can’t help but love Georgia-Blue. She’s a riot. And I don’t think they were joking about her having a sixth sense.

I can still feel the weight of his blue gaze on me as I left.

The man is larger than life and I hope I can keep a straight thought in my head when he’s around. I just need to focus. I’m here because of his daughter, nothing else.

For the first time in a long time, I feel content.

I think Stoney Creek is slowly growing on me.

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Gabriel

I’m feeling better about things when Skye leaves. Everything seems to be lining up perfectly. She’s nice to look at, and she had an excellent resume with appropriate qualifications and experience. Plus references. Not that I feel the need to call those, but I will out of protocol. When I sit back down in my chair, I take a moment to ponder the events of the last twenty minutes or so. The fact she’s even Travis’ sister — and I had no idea — is still a shock to me. I quickly shoot him a text now that I’m thinking about it.

Me

Hey Trav, I had no idea your sis was in town. I just interviewed her for the nanny job.

A message quickly flies back.

Trav

Shit, didn’t I mention it?

Me

Clearly not

Trav

How did it go?

Me

It went well. I hired her

Trav

Way to go. She’ll be good for you and Trin

Me

Pity she’s not here for long, but that’s my problem to worry about

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