MIA
Sitting across from Kiara, my hands wrapped around a warm cup of tea, I couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief. "You know, it's been oddly peaceful these last two days without Laleh around."
Kiara chuckled, nodding in agreement. "Yeah, it's like we've had a mini-vacation from drama."
I grinned, the humor not lost on me. "A 'drama-free' holiday, if you will. Though, knowing our lives, it's more like the calm before the storm."
She leaned forward, her expression curious. "So, how did your chat with Gabriel go about me and Caleb?"
I took a sip of my tea, choosing my words carefully. "Well, let's just say I think I planted a seed of reconsideration in his head."
Kiara's eyes lit up. "Really? That's great! I mean, Gabriel can be so... you know."
I laughed, knowing exactly what she meant. "Controlling?"
She nodded vigorously. "Exactly! It's like he thinks he's the King of my love life too."
I couldn't help but chuckle. "Well, technically he is a King, but I get your point. He just c
