Chapter 10

I spent almost half an hour inside Gabin's room. I was still sitting on the edge of the bed and kept staring at the turned-off television. Moments later, I heard a few knocks from the door. I stood up and opened it and there is an old woman. "Here is the dress Gabe bought for you." I smiled a bit then accepted a white paper bag. The old woman is probably in her sixties, her hair is almost white. I wonder if she is related to Gabin. "Thank you ..." then I smiled again. The old woman smiled back at me. "You're Jeanette, aren't you?" I was surprised that she knew my name. Well, maybe Gabin said that to her last night or earlier. "Yes, hmmm.." I answered politely. The old woman held my hand. I looked there in surprise. "Call me Aunt Cel, daughter. Like Gabe used to call me. Get dressed and he prepared breakfast for you.." I answered her with a soft nod. Aunt Cel has left. I closed the door and then opened the paper bag in my hand. "Is Gabin still downstairs?" I asked myself. What