Estelle greeted Sylvia, Marina, and the others as the waiter came over with a tray of drinks and foods. They formed a lively circle, the buzz of conversation growing louder.

Estelle hadn’t expected Evelyn to show up, but they had met before, so no formal introductions were necessary.

She turned to Marina with a smile. “I’ve been wanting to thank you, and I’m so glad we could finally meet today.”

Marina laughed heartily. “No need for thanks among friends.”

Estelle nodded. “Well, if you ever need anything, just holler.”

Marina knew Estelle well enough to take her word as genuine friendship. She pursed her lips and nodded. “Deal.”

They clinked glasses in agreement.

Estelle then looked at Amiee. “When are the invitations going out?”

Magdalen’s eyes lit up with surprise. “Amiee, you’re getting married? Is the date set?”

Sophia chimed in, “December 26th. It’s coming up fast.”

Amiee smiled serenely. “The invites will be sent out in the next couple of days. I hope everyone can make it.”

miss it,” Magdalen raised her glass. “Let’s toast to Amiee’s last

raised their glasses, the sound of toasting

asked Marina, “And you and Mr. Foster have been engaged for a while.

another chain on me? Right now, if he flirts with someone else, I can

can you

“A woman can live clear-headed as

nodded in agreement.

her. “Here’s to us, the clear-headed

Sylvia clinked

up from the side, her voice light, “So, should I call off

a moment before erupting

chatted, Estelle’s phone rang. She excused herself to the

who had just seen the news from back home. He’d been on an adventure in Veridia and had only just

of coming back to

all sorted out,” Estelle reassured

you don’t want

clash with Jonathan, I’m not taking

“Worried I can’t

know how to

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