Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

She couldn't help sneaking a few more glances.

But with the distance and the sheer curtain in the way, she couldn't see much at all.

Tyler and Jane seemed to pick up on her mood. Nobody said another word—they just quietly finished their meal. When they were done, they all agreed: they wouldn't come back here again.

"This year, Tyler's little sister is competing. People say she's been talented since she was a kid, and apparently, she's really something," Jane remarked.

Fiona finished her noodles, her voice calm. "Do you think you're not as good as she is?"

"Of course not. I don't think I'm any less than her."

"Then relax. There's nothing to worry about."

Once they'd paid, Tyler drove Jane and Fiona to the airport. Someone had to keep things running at International Glam, so Tyler couldn't go with them. Plus, he needed to stay behind and keep tabs on things in the States.

At the entrance, Jackson caught a glimpse of Fiona as she left.

He forced himself not to go after her, turning back to the woman in front of him.

place this time, it'll be hard

smiled, propping her chin on her hand. "Do

at her, cold and

Mr. Jackson. I'll be

hips swaying with

airport, she and Fiona crossed paths, but neither noticed the

contestants and Jean, the alternate, were

They checked in quickly.

M, with the whole event livestreamed worldwide. Each round, one person from each

six days and seven

separate, tightly monitored rooms each team got their own suite, with staff making sure there

felt a little over the top. If they really wanted to keep

some rest tonight," Jane told the group.

headed to bed. As team leader, Jane handed in the registration forms for

"What's up?" Fiona asked.

family both have teams this years And there's another