After sending the message, I opened a food delivery app, randomly picked a home-cooked dish, and had it sent directly to her office.
Later that evening, after finishing up work, I went out for dinner with Stephanie.
But the moment we arrived at the restaurant we’d reserved, I spotted Serena walking in with Cyril. They were arm in arm, their faces lit with easy smiles.
When she saw us, Serena instinctively let go of his arm and walked over.
Meanwhile, Cyril’s expression shifted for a moment before he quickly followed, smiling as he said, “What a coincidence! But it looks like we’re late—no available tables. Mind if we share yours?”
Before we could respond, Serena seated herself right beside me, unbothered.
Stephanie’s eyes widened in shock. Without hesitation, she got up and switched places with her. “What are you thinking? Sitting me next to your first love—how’s that supposed to work?”
Now seated across from me, Serena looked slightly annoyed, as if waiting for me to say something.
Avoiding her gaze, I handed the menu to Cyril. “Here, Cyril. Go ahead and order. My sister and I have already decided on what we want.”