Isabella POV
I'm just a simple woman, that's why I was fine when Alex just gave me simple effort and affection. I never ask too much, I don't need it, or I thought I didn't need it. But what Gabriel did for me is more sincere and sweet than what Alex ever did to me in 2 years. I exhale again. It's only been a week, but I feel like Gabriel knows me better than Alex. He paid attention to every word I said.
We can explore what we have. I'm not ready for another relationship, but a date won't hurt, right?
I smile to myself and sit down on my green sofa feeling better. My phone rings. Gabriel!
"Hey," I say cheerily.
"Sweetness." His voice was sober, gone from the relaxation from earlier. "Can you arrange my schedule for next week? I have to travel to China today. We have an emergency th
