Chapter 8Gathering his courage, Gabriel jogged up the steps of the modest villa’s veranda and tapped loudly on the wooden door.
“Gabriel, good to see you.” Ben opened the door widely, greeting Gabriel with his typical easy grin, and indicated for Gabriel to come into the house. “Ma and Becca are out for the day and won’t be back until late afternoon if you were hoping to see Becca?”
“I have a free morning today.” Gabriel shrugged. “I wondered if you might care for some company?”
“Of course. So long as you don’t mind doing the rounds with me. Unfortunately, I can’t write anything about our mysterious visitor as yet. But I have his promise he’ll give me a story before he goes.” Ben rubbed his hands greedily and Gabriel laughed softly.
“Jesse’s certainly made a big impression already.” Ga
