Chapter 14

“Aw. You’re adorable when you pout.” He kissed Gabriel, making Judith giggle. Aitor didn’t miss thefond look Gabriel shot his niece before returning the kiss.

“I shouldn’t have introduced you two. You have too much fun at my expense.”

“You love it,” Aitor said and Judith nodded.

“I love that you’re having fun. That’s all I’m willing to admit.”

“That’s good enough for me.”

“Do we have time for another game?” Judith’s eyes had a light in them that hadn’t been there when Aitor had met her that morning, and he hoped Gabriel would answer in the affirmative.

After checking his watch, he said, “I think we can squeeze in another. But just one.”

“Great!” At that moment, Judith lay every sullen teenager stereotype to rest. She was happy and perky.

“What are we playing, then?” When no one answered Aitor’s question, he looked at Gabriel. “Shall weplay Rock, Paper, Scissors? Loser chooses the game.”