Chapter 27

Thursday morning, Gisele was discharged from the hospital. Little did she know that this day was going to be a major turning point in her life.

“Are you alright? Do you need anything? Water? Orange juice? Lemonade? Appl-” Slate started frantically.

“I’m fine,” Gisele said, covering a laugh. Slate had been fussing over her since she had been discharged.

Slate sighed at her, exasperated. It was at that moment that Callie decided to enter the room, skipping happily. It was like the episode of the other day had not happened at all; in fact, she loved Gisele now more than ever.

“Gigi!” she said enthusiastically upon seeing Gisele. “I missed you.”

Gisele cooed internally. Callie was too cute.

“I missed you too, honey,” Gisele replied and opened her arms for a hug. Callie ran into her arms and hugged her with all her might.

On his side, Slate was happy to see this reunion. Gis