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Gabriel's POV
Chapter 66: Reminiscing On The Past
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As I approached Sergio on the golf course, I could already see the smug grin plastered on his face. His arms spread wide as he shouted across the green, loud enough for everyone to hear, “That's the Gabe I know! Late, hungover, but still handsome as ever!
I was expecting nothing less, and you didn't disappoint!"
I gritted my teeth, lowering my shades slightly. “Go to hell, Serg,” I muttered under my breath as we stood face to face. He knew how much I hated being the center of attention, and yet he never missed a chance to make me the center of it.
Sergio pulled his shades up to rest on his head, his grin widening. "Don't you just feel better already?" he teased, waving a hand at the beautiful golf course around us. “The sun's not too high, the greens are perfect, and you're here with me. Isn't this just the perfect way to spend your Friday morning?”
I gave him a tight, fake smile. "Yeah, sure, fantastic," I mumbled. Though, as much as I hated to admit it, he wasn't wrong. Being outdoors, on the course, did feel better. I felt more like myself. And golf was a great distraction from the chaos of last night. Still, I wasn't about to admit that to him.
“Let the games begin!” Sergio declared, gripping his golf club and taking a dramatic swing in the air. “Despite your dark shades and that sorry state, I'll still beat your ass.”
I couldn't help the small smile that tugged at my lips. “Let's see about that,” I retorted, adjusting my grip on my club.
Gabriel's energy was infectious, and for the first time all morning, I found myself relaxing.
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We began to play, the earlier pressure of the morning slowly melting away as the competitive banter took After nearly an hour, I stood victorious, leaning on my club with a smirk plastered on my face.
Sergio wiped his forehead with a towel, his face glowing with satisfaction despite his loss. "Gabe! You cheated, as usual," Sergio blurted out, his tone full of mock outrage. His face scrunched up like a child who had just lost a game of marbles.
I planted my feet firmly, flexed my shoulders. "Quit sulking, Serg," I replied, my smirk widening. "We both know I'd beat you in any sport, fair and square.”
I flexed the club over my head for emphasis, adding a slight flex of my muscles to rub it in.
Sergio groaned, his shoulders slumping dramatically as he threw his hands in the air. “Whatever!” he
squealed, his voice full of exaggerated defeat. “The only reason you beat me is because of this,” he joked, patting his slightly flabby stomach. “This damn fupa is holding me back."
I couldn't hold back the laugh that escaped me. Sergio had made a habit of constantly blaming fupa for all his losses.
"Sergio you know bloody well it's not your fupa," I teased, clapping him on the shoulder. “And yes, you suck at all games."
He narrowed his eyes, pointing a finger at me, but the small grin pulling at his lips gave him away. “You're lucky I like you, Gabe,” he muttered before throwing his hands up again in exaggerated defeat.
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"But hey, on the flip side. For a man your age, you're still holding it together... mostly" Grinning, I tapped his shoulder and gestured toward the resort. “Come on, let's go get that breakfast you wouldn't shut up about."
After breakfast, Sergio led me to the rooftop of the resort. The view was incredible, the kind that made you stop and take it all in. The lush green landscape stretched as far as the eye could see, the gardens below vibrant and meticulously arranged. The pool sparkled in the sunlight, reflecting the perfect sky.
I leaned against the railing, my eyes fixed on the beauty of it all. "I can't believe you actually did it," I exclaimed, my voice filled with awe as I gazed at the resort.
Sergio stood beside me, his hands resting on the rail as he gazed out over his creation. His usual grin softened, replaced by something more contemplative. “Sometimes it still feels like a dream,” he murmured, his eyes distant.
I turned to him, studying the emotion on his face. It was rare to see Sergio like this, and I understood exactly what he was feeling. Placing a hand on his shoulder, I squeezed lightly. “Who would've thought? Twenty years ago, this was all just an idea we threw around in shitty apartments.”
Sergio's lips twitched, and he lightly patted my hand in return. “I know, right? We started out as broke college kids with big dreams of taking over the world. From working crappy jobs to becoming small-town thugs for Rufos... and then deciding to take a chance on ourselves."
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He chuckled, but there was a heaviness to it, the joy and pain of everything we'd gone through to get He turned to face me fully, his smile fading as his eyes grew glassy. "It's all because of you, Gabe. You saw something in me when no one else did. I thought I was destined to end up like my dad-working for scumbags like Rufos until I died." His voice shook slightly, his shoulders sagging. "But you pushed me to quit. You made me believe I could be something more than an ordinary thug."
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His words hit me harder than I expected. When.he suddenly pulled me into a hug, I stiffened for a second before wrapping my arms around him. His grip was tight, like he was holding onto something he didn't want to lose.
I pulled back first, clapping him lightly on the back as I tried to lighten the mood. I wasn't one for long emotional moments anymore. “Come on, Sergio. That was ages ago."
"To you, maybe,” he replied, as tears shone in his eyes. "But I haven't forgotten. You gave me my first loan – $100,000. You told me not to pay it back, Gabe. Who does that? Only someone like you."
“Sergio, we're more than friends now. We're brothers," I clapped him on the back as he hugged me again. "Damn right we are. He affirmed as he
he pulled back from the hug before looking at me curiously. "What's with that weird smile on your face?"
I smirked, shaking my head. “It's just... weird seeing you get emotional like this. Where's all that tough–guy energy?” I teased, jabbing his shoulder lightly.
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He laughed, the sound lighter this time. “They say love changes people, and I guess I'm living proof of "Love, huh?” I teased, happy to see him like this. "It looks good on you."
He nodded, his smile growing. “It feels good, Gabe. It feels light, easy, like I can finally breathe.”
I turned back to the view, my jaw tightening slightly. “I'm happy for you,” I muttered, my tone quieter now. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Sergio's smile fade slightly. He turned to me, his gaze intense as he stepped closer. "Gabe... I want the same for you."
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My shoulders tensed, and I refused to meet his gaze. "Let's not do this."
"We need to," he insisted, his tone firm. He placed a hand on my shoulder, forcing me to look at him.
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His expression was serious now, his brows furrowed deeply. “Gabe, I know what you went through would break any man.” He squeezed my shoulder slightly, like he was trying to pass some of his strength to me. “I can't say I understand because, honestly, I can't imagine walking in on my woman like that...
Chapter 67: Dealing With Hurt From The Past
Gabriel's POV