When I got back to the main house, I saw I had barely an hour to get ready.

Invigorated by the brisk walk, my body welcomed the luxury of a warm shower. I quickly toweled myself dry and moved on to blow-dry my hair straight until it fell in a smooth cascade down my back.

I rewrapped the uncooperative towel around my body for the hundredth time and critically eyed my limited wardrobe selection.

Gabe had said casual. Hmm ...

After a distressfully ridiculous ...