No one knew that Landon, in private, was akin to Lauren's maid, who'd do anything just for her.

"Pfft, you're just talking tough." Jasper was unbothered by all the teasing.

"Hey, how about adding some excitement to Lyse's night?" Landon nudged Jasper playfully, squinting. "Wear nothing under your apron. See how she reacts. I bet she'd willingly surrender to your six-pack."

Jasper blushed and grumbled, "Get lost!"

Guests chatted cheerfully in the living room. Blushing, Lauren handed a bunch of lilies to Tatiana with the enthusiasm and agitation of a top fan. "You and Alyssa are my idols... I want to be as brave as you in the future!"

"No, better not!" Alyssa and Tatiana said in unison.

Tatiana explained, "Lauren, I'm glad you admire me,

Lyse, Jasper, and Landon. We'd rather you never have

Despite being similar in age to

and planted a loud kiss

been kissed by Landon so far, but a kiss by the same

though it was a friendly kiss between two ladies. The two men silently

now. Since everyone's here, let's dig in. Try out Jasper's cooking," announced Alyssa, arm-inarm with Jasper and resting her head on his

"Wow, I didn't know Jasper could cook! How amazing. Lyse,

"Jasper, you're amazing! You're

they seriously

Looks like you no longer care about your brothers," grumbled Silas loudly from the entrance

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