Chapter 353

Outside the main hall, Gabrielle appeared under Mr. Norris's lead, immediately catching everyone's attention. Trailing behind her was a guy who looked like he lived in a freezer—cold as ice. "Hey there," Gabrielle tilted her head, smiling brightly as she waved at Evelyn. Evelyn was stunned for a second as she took in her best friend practically bouncing toward her. "Wait, aren't you..." Wasn't Gabrielle supposed to be on tour with the symphony? When did she get back? She hadn't even said a word about it! The surprise was definitely a happy one. Evelyn let go of Julian and stepped forward to hug Gabrielle tightly. Gabrielle hugged her back, grinning. "There's no way I'd miss a big day like this." She had rushed over with Blake right after her performance ended. Originally, she was bummed about not making it to Evelyn's engagement party—but at least she could be here today. Even better, she showed up just in time for another celebration Evelyn hadn't even mentioned yet. Gabrielle had hea