Of all the people in Gabe's life, Arabelle meant the most. Chasing her across the playground, he used to call her Belly, and pull her pigtails. They became best friends, but that was long ago. Sweet, caring, and different, Gabe did things, said things that left Arabelle confused and crossed the unspoken line beyond friendship. Yet, Arabelle crossed that line, long ago, getting her heart stomped. Still, there is something about Gabe she cannot resist. Publisher Note: Paranormal romance, stand alone, bear shifter, BBW, HEA, best friends to lovers.