Alan was the first to address the elephant in the room. Despite having his own plans for Melissa, he had made sure to notify Rena in advance.

Yet, Marcus’ direct approach caught him off guard.

Assuming the role of the elder, Alan adopted a slightly patronizing tone.

“Marcus, fancy seeing you here. We're simply enjoying a family dinner tonight, I'm afraid...

“A family dinner, you say?”

Marcus inquired as he took a seat directly opposite Melissa, capturing her gaze with his own. “If this is indeed a family gathering, it's curious that Melissa's preferences seem overlooked.

her taste; she's fond of grilled lamb

before continuing with a smile, “Melissa has developed quite the discerning palate during

shifted as the

adapt,” she stated, her eyes briefly meeting Marcus’ He returned her glance with a light smile. Despite Melissa's resolve to distance herself from him,

her eyes

intrigue into the conversation. “And why do you

between Vanessa and Jaime?” Thomas, caught mid-sip,

to access

ruined the Smiths, and although tensions had eased, the Fowlers had offered little

not,” Weldon

felt she and Jaime might not be the best match. Forcing such

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