Chapter 47
Eleanor
Once I’d received my cardigan from Greyson and the girls, I wouldn’t take it off.
I wore it out to my birthday dinner with Shay.
When we made it back to the apartment, I curled up on the couch with my newest novel, and even though I wanted to dive deep into the world of my characters, I couldn’t.
My focus was shot, and I couldn’t stop thinking about Greyson.
Out of all the gifts I’d ever received, that dragonfly cardigan was at the top of my list.
After time passed and I’d only gotten through eight pages of my novel, I put the book down for the evening.
When my thoughts wouldn’t remain silent, I pulled out my phone and began typing an email.
FROM: EleanorGable@
TO: GreysonEast@
DATE: August 24, 10:34 PM
SUBJECT: Dragonflies
Greyson,
I just wanted to thank you for today. You have no clue how much today meant to me . . . how much this cardigan means to me. I would come over now to thank you again in person, but I would start crying like a crazy person, and I don’t want you to have to deal with that.
I love it so much, Grey.
I’m going to treasure this forever.
Also, today I was talking to Karla, and I realized something that might help you with reconnecting with her.
It might be a small step, but maybe it’s something worth looking into.
She feels lost, and she feels like you don’t really trust her in a way.
I think showing a little trust might go a long way, even if it’s just letting her take care of Lorelai for a few hours a week.
She’s really great with her sister, and I think it might make her feel a bit more independent and useful in a way.
Again, just an idea. Feel free to ignore it. I just wanted to pass it on.
Ellie
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FROM: GreysonEast@
TO: EleanorGable@
DATE: August 24, 11:02 PM
SUBJECT: Re: Dragonflies
Eleanor,
I’ll take any tips and tricks you can think of.
Thank you.
Also, there’s this big launch party happening for EastHouse’s new line of whiskeys. My friend Landon is coming to host it, and it’s going to be a big event. Would you and Shay like to attend? I remember parties not really being your scene, but you are more than welcome to bring your own book.
I’ll make sure you have an antisocial corner to hide in.
Grey
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FROM: EleanorGable@
TO: GreysonEast@
DATE: August 24, 11:09 PM
SUBJECT: Re: Re: Dragonflies
Grey,
You had me at antisocial corner to hide in.
We’ll be there.
Ellie
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FROM: GreysonEast@
TO: EleanorGable@
DATE: August 24, 11:17 PM
SUBJECT: Re: Re: Re: Dragonflies
Happy birthday, Ellie.
I hope all of your dreams and wishes came true.
Grey