#Chapter47

Concequences of war

Ian's POV

I sighed and raised my head. Gabrielle watched me as she tightened my tie. I tried my best to play a smile.

"Are you scared?" She asked, flattening my suit jacket.

I smirked. "Maybe a little."

"It's okay to be scared." She cupped my cheeks and the lights of sultry bulbs reflected in her brown orbs. "You know why I fell head over heels for you?"

I've always wanted to know. I just stared at her not knowing what to say.

"You're brave, always see the good in people. You try your best to correct your mistakes." She smiled at me. "You value family....