ASHLEY / JORDAN Before Arriving at the Restaurant“I was actually surprised you called,” Garrett said as he started the car.“You said I owed you a meal,” I replied, glancing out the window.“Yeah, but you didn't strike me as someone who'd make the first call.”I looked over at him. “It was lunchtime, and I…” I swallowed, suddenly aware of how that sounded. “I thought about you.”“Wow.”He glanced at me, a slow smile spreading across his face.“That’s an honor, really. To be thought of by you.”I chuckled and shook my head. “You’re unbelievable.”He laughed, turning his attention back to the road.“I didn't know you worked at Henderson Atelier,” he said. “It makes sense now that I know you're friends with Selene Henderson.”“Yeah.” I looked down at my hands. “We've been friends for a long time.”“That’s nice.” He nodded, then glanced at me briefly. “So, where are we having lunch?”“The Golden Castle.” I looked at him. “Have you been there?”He shook his head. “Not yet. I haven't real
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