Chapter 62

Deep down, however, Gavin knew he wanted Giselle to come home. He took a sip of his bitter coffee before saying, "You can go, Chantelle. I'm afraid things are going to be a bit hard on you for a while." Chantelle placed a hand on Gavin's shoulder and gave it a gentle squeeze. "We've been friends for years, Gav. I don't want you stressing yourself out over such trivial matters, so I'm willing to stay and lend you a helping hand." Gavin patted Chantelle's hand and said, "I know." She smiled and added, "Seeing you and Poppy happy makes everything I'm doing feel extremely worth it, Gav. "We're good friends, so please feel free to talk to me whenever you're feeling down. I'll be here whenever you need me." "If only Giselle were as thoughtful and mature as you are…" he replied with a bitter smile. She rubbed his shoulder again and said, "I'm going to go see if Poppy has had any breakfast. That little girl's been eating too much junk food outside. She's gotten so used to it, so she w