“I’d like to, but I can’t. I can’t imagine what she’s thinking right now.”
“Well, it looks like Josh is leaving. Go ahead and call her.”
I lifted my head and sure enough Josh was leaving. “If he doesn’t call by tomorrow, I’ll set you up on a free date with my friend Paul. He’s a great guy andverysingle. I’m sorry this turned out this way.”
“It’s okay.”
“Let me walk you to your car just in case Josh is still here.”
“Okay.” She smiled and stood. “You’re a great guy, Gabe. I hope it works out for you.”
“Thank you.”
Me:Angel, it’s not what you think. Please meet me at home. I’m on my way.
I grabbed Liz’s hand and laced our fingers. Autumn was long gone and Liz needed this if Josh was spying on us. “I’ll handle your payment with Saddles & Rack, but call me if it doesn’t work out with Josh and I’ll get my buddy to do a better job.” She handed me her phone and I entered my number for her.
I jogged to my Yukonin hopes Autumn would be waiting for me at home.