Chapter 104

Christian’s POV

When Gretchen walked into the hotel lobby on Monday evening, she looked stunning. She was always a beautiful girl, but this dress, in particular, was incredible. It did nothing to disguise her luscious curves, and the color was perfect next to her dark complexion.

I was glad I'd gone with the loose, white tunic and khaki shorts; we were going to look amazing standing next to each other.

I grinned an

d pulled her into my arms, kissing her once on each cheek. “Hey babe,” I told her. “There aren't enough words in the universe for how gorgeous you look tonight.”

Gretchen blushed noticeably, which honestly was such an adorable reaction to being told she was beautiful. “Thanks,” she said shyly.

I laughed. “I can't be the first person who's ever told you that,” I said teasingly. “I can't even be the first person who's told you that tonight, or if I am, it's only because the other guys were all too shy to say it!”

She giggled a littl