Page 64 of Give Me Forever

Chapter Sixteen

Sam

Avery kept her promise. She spoke to Kimberly and found out her new favorite restaurant in Chicago was an all-American steak house on Pierce Avenue.

Reese and I arrived at the same time. She whistled appreciatively, looking at the entrance. The place was elegant, with tinted windows and an all-wood interior.

“How do you know this is her favorite now?” Reese asked.

“Avery spoke to her.”

She winked. “You and Avery are getting close and cozy, huh?”

"Yes," I admitted.

"You’ll have to elaborate on that."

"I don't see why," I jabbed.

She pushed my shoulder. "You're being mean."

“Nah, just teasing you. Did you come from the hotel?”

“Yes, but I spent the past hour at The Happy Place with Gran.”

I was more than happy that they’d kept the bookstore running even after opening the hotel.

“Being there always takes me back in time,” Reese said.

“I know. Me too.”

“And Gran gives the best advice, I swear. Even when it comes to dating.”

“You’re seeing someone?” I asked a bit sharply.

“Ha! Think you can withhold information from me but can expect me to share everything?”

I cleared my throat. “No, I’m just surprised no one said anything.”

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