CHAPTER 022

LEONORA'S POV

After I was done combing my hair, I received a text. My heart leaped, hoping it was Gideon, but when I picked up my phone and checked the screen, I realized it was just from my friend, Melissa.

Ah, I mused, rolling my eyes as I scrolled through the message.

[Hey girl, I’m currently on my way to your place. Bringing along some fine wine to match the gist.]

Her message read, and only t